Iran chokes Strait of Hormuz with reported $2M tanker toll, regime threatens global oil supply

The Iranian regime is charging some tankers $2 million to pass through the Strait of Hormuz in a bid to further its control over the global shipping choke point, according to reports.

Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi told state broadcaster Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) on Sunday that the massive toll marks the start of a new approach to controlling the waterway, Iran International reported.

"Collecting $2 million as transit fees from some vessels crossing the strait...