ships begin paying as iran reports first earnings from hormuz strait tolls

ships begin paying as iran reports first earnings from hormuz strait tolls

Iran has announced that it has started earning revenue from newly imposed tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant development amid rising tensions in the region. According to Hamidreza Hajibabaei, the first batch of toll payments has already been received and deposited into the country’s central bank. The statement, shared […]

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No peace in sight: Iran seizes ships as oil surges past $100, Trump delays strikes

No peace in sight: Iran seizes ships as oil surges past $100, Trump delays strikes

Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise as Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, tightening its hold over one of the world’s most critical oil routes. The move came just as former US President Donald Trump decided to delay planned military strikes, signaling uncertainty rather than resolution. Despite stepping back from […]

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f-16 deal controversy triggers resignations as peru freezes $3.5 billion defense agreement

f-16 deal controversy triggers resignations as peru freezes $3.5 billion defense agreement

Peru has been thrown into fresh political turbulence after a major defense deal with the United States was abruptly put on hold, sparking high-level resignations and raising concerns about the country’s global credibility. On Wednesday, Peru’s foreign minister Hugo de Zela and defense minister Carlos Diaz stepped down in protest after interim president Jose Maria […]

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Thailand considers ending 60-day visa-free entry to tighten tourist checks

Thailand considers ending 60-day visa-free entry to tighten tourist checks

Thailand is preparing to make significant changes to its visa policies, with plans underway to scrap the current 60-day visa-free entry scheme for foreign visitors. According to reports, the move reflects a broader strategy to strengthen screening processes and attract more high-value, long-stay travelers. Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul shared that the government is […]

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china praises african states for blocking taiwan president lai’s flight

china praises african states for blocking taiwan president lai’s flight

China has publicly commended three African nations for denying overflight access to the aircraft of Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te, reinforcing what it describes as the widely accepted “one-China principle” in global diplomacy. During a routine press briefing in Beijing, a spokesperson from China’s Taiwan Affairs Office emphasized that the decision by these countries aligns with […]

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