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Hormuz's New Rules. Thirst as Leverage.

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Adrian Monck
Apr 05, 2026
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Iran's selective reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is not a retreat – it is the foundation of a toll-based maritime order that rewards those willing to negotiate with Tehran and isolates those who refuse.

1 The Strait's New Landlord

ENERGY

Hormuz transits rose to …

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