"That's the law."
Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejecting any suggestion that countries could impose tolls or transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz, calling such a move a clear violation of international law.
"No country is allowed to charge tolls or fees on an international waterway," Rubio said, as concerns mount over whether the U.S. and its allies can ensure freedom of navigation through one of the world's most strategically important shipping lanes amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
NEW: Secretary Rubio arrives in Abu Dhabi as the Trump administration ramps up talks with key Gulf allies following the preliminary U.S. agreement with Iran.
Over the next three days, the Secretary of State will meet with leaders in the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain, with a major focus on regional security and keeping the Strait of Hormuz open to global shipping.
The visit comes after months of escalating tensions across the region, with Gulf partners facing repeated Iranian attacks and growing concerns about what comes next.
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