The Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) of #Iran is controlling the #StraitOfHormuz, despite the ceasefire—
The IRGC (designated a terror group by many, including the #USA) is deciding which ships may pass through the Strait and charging tolls payable in cryptocurrency or Chinese yuan, the latter of which "has alarmed regional officials as threatening reduced Western and allied influence over #oil markets."
The closure of the Strait is causing #energy concerns and increased #inflation globally.
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