00:00In Iran, more than 600 commercial ships remain stranded in the Stradikishi Strait of Hormuz,
00:06with crews facing food supply problems and low morale.
00:09According to investigation by British media, ships are reportedly paying between $200,000
00:15million and $2 million in cryptocurrency for Chinese yuan for safe passage.
00:21This toll could generate revenue for the Islamic Republic amid the US naval blockade that threatens
00:26its oil revenues.
00:27The Pentagon estimates that clearing potential reneering mines could take up to six months,
00:33and there are fears of an escalation of maritime hostilities.
00:36The consequences would hit developing countries hardest if the disruption lasts until June.
00:42An additional 45 million people could face acute hunger, according to the World Food Programme.
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