US Warns Shipping Firms Against Paying Iran Transit Tolls

The United States has issued a stern warning to shipping companies that they could face sanctions if they make payments to Iran to transit the Strait of Hormuz. This directive comes as the US tightens its blockade on the Iranian regime, forcing the nation into a risky gamble that could compromise its oil sector. The move highlights the escalating economic warfare between Washington and Tehran, signaling that neutral transit is no longer guaranteed without US oversight.