GeopoliticsJuly 14 at 08:57 AM

Brazilian President Lula says US demands for transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz amount to piracy

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President Lula condemned the U.S. 20% Strait of Hormuz transit fee as 'piracy.' The fee and blockade have spiked oil prices and face intense legal and international opposition.

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