UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that Iran cannot impose shipping tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, citing international law.
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UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper asserts that international law prevents Iran from imposing shipping tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that freedom of navigation principles apply to the waterway. Cooper made the remarks during interviews ahead of a foreign policy speech as Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues his visit to the Gulf region. She also argued that Lebanon must be included in any US-Iran ceasefire discussions.
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- •UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated Iran cannot unilaterally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz as it is an international transit route protected by maritime law.[1]confirmed
- •Prime Minister Keir Starmer is currently visiting the Gulf region.[1]confirmed
- •Yvette Cooper called for Lebanon's inclusion in a potential US-Iran ceasefire.[1]confirmed
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UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper asserts that international law prevents Iran from imposing shipping tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that freedom of navigation principles apply to the waterway. Cooper made the remarks during interviews ahead of a foreign policy speech as Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues his visit to the Gulf region. She also argued that Lebanon must be included in any US-Iran ceasefire discussions.
- • UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated Iran cannot unilaterally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz as it is an international transit route protected by maritime law.
- • Prime Minister Keir Starmer is currently visiting the Gulf region.
- • Yvette Cooper called for Lebanon's inclusion in a potential US-Iran ceasefire.