Iran has begun collecting a transit fee from commercial vessels navigating through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most vital maritime energy routes. According to reports from Bloomberg on Wednesday (March 25), authorities are demanding up to $2 million (approximately 24.5 crore BDT) per trip, signaling Tehran's tightening control over this strategic waterway. While some vessels have reportedly already paid this unofficial "toll," the specific payment methods and currencies involved remain unclear. Experts suggest that this practice is not yet systematic for all ships but represents a significant shift in regional maritime dynamics as tensions continue to escalate.