US, China unite to oppose shipping tolls in Hormuz amid Iran tensions

The US and China have jointly opposed shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions related to the Iran-Israel conflict. This move reflects a growing international concern over Iran's control of the vital waterway, with the US President seeking to leverage China's influence to negotiate a deal with Tehran. The UN Security Council is also debating resolutions to address the issue, but faces potential vetoes from China and Russia.