Can Russia serve as an economic lifeline for Iran amid the Hormuz blockade?
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 02:02 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
Analysts say that Moscow could offer a 'lifeline' to Iran, but logistical issues and costs may offer little incentive in the long-run. The war on Iran has led to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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