Iran Considers Taxing Undersea Cables in Strait of Hormuz

Iran is reportedly considering implementing a tax on users of undersea cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move comes as both Iran and the US are looking to insure shipping through the vital waterway.

22 May, 15:30 — 22 May, 15:30

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Iran is considering taxing users of undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz

After blocking ship traffic, Iran is threatening to target the powerful undersea fiber-optic arteries that cross through the maritime chokepoint. These cables are essential to the smooth functioning of the internet and sensitive sectors such as energy and banking.

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First report: de-volkskrant · 22 May, 13:00|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h

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de-volkskrant22 May, 13:00First to report

Iran en de VS willen allebei de scheepvaart door de Straat van Hormuz gaan verzekeren

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le-monde22 May, 15:30Latest update

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Iran Considers Taxing Undersea Cables in Strait of Hormuz

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Iran is considering taxing users of undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran en de VS willen allebei de scheepvaart door de Straat van Hormuz gaan verzekeren

Iran is considering taxing users of undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz

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