Jul. 13, 2026
Trump Revives Iran Blockade, Demands 20% Toll for US 'Guarding' Strait of Hormuz
Following fresh US airstrikes against Iran over the weekend, President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States would reimpose a naval blockade on the Mideast country, serve as the "guardian" of the Strait of Hormuz, and charge a 20% toll... Read more.
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