Iran is reportedly bypassing international sanctions by utilizing a barter system for trade with China. Through complex financial arrangements, the country has acquired goods valued at billions of dollars, according to reports from the Jerusalem Post.

These measures are a response to tightened sanctions from the United States, which have heavily affected Iran's shipping, financial, and oil sectors. The shift toward opaque financial channels and barter is seen as a strategy to bolster economic resilience.

Market observers are now monitoring the actions of Iranian lawmakers and the IRGC regarding potential fees in the Strait of Hormuz. Legislative changes or official statements on these fees could significantly influence market expectations in the region.