Media linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have suggested that Iran should charge fees for the use of submarine internet cables passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
This proposal is tied to claims of Iranian sovereignty over the waterway, which is a crucial transit point for global data traffic.
The potential move could serve as a new lever for Iran in its ongoing tensions with Western nations, reflecting the complex dynamics of control and influence in the region.