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Trump announces blockade of Iranian ports and 20% fee for passage through Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has said that the United States will reinstate a blockade of Iran's seaports and require a 20 fee on the value of cargo transported through the Strait of Hormuz.
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NDTV
· Jun 23, 2026
Marco Rubio Rejects Iran Tolls On Hormuz As Deal Strains Multiply
Iran War: An Iranian blockade early in the war choked maritime traffic through the strait, sending global oil prices surging, but crossings have begun rising since the deal was signed.
ABC7 New York
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump says US will blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage
Trump says US will blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage
Hot Air
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump: US Will Take the Strait and Run It; UPDATE: Trump Reimposes Iran Blockade
Trump: US Will Take the Strait and Run It; UPDATE: Trump Reimposes Iran Blockade
The Tribune
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump says US will blockade Iran in Strait of Hormuz, will charge ships for safe passage
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for safe passage. He made the announcement in a post on social media on Monday, after another exchange of fire between the United States and Iran over the critical waterway. []
Disclose.tv
· Jul 13, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN - Trump declares the U.S.
JUST IN - Trump declares the U.S. is reinstating the Iranian blockade and will serve as guardian of the Hormuz Strait, collecting a 20 toll on all cargo shipped to cover the costs of securing the waterway.Source: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116913091653271692@disclosetv
Al-Monitor
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump says US reinstates Iran blockade, will be 'paid' for guarding Hormuz
President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States was reinstating its blockade of Iranian ports and taking over the Strait of Hormuz, where it would levy charges on shipping. We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE, so named because it is only stopping Iran's ships or customers from entering or leaving, Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.
Mississippi Free Press
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump Says US Will Blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and Will Charge Ships for Safe Passage
President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States is reinstating a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge other ships for safe passage. The post Trump Says US Will Blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and Will Charge Ships for Safe Passage appeared first on Mississippi Free Press.
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 12, 2026
Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed after striking vessel using ‘unauthorised route’
Trump’s warning of massive retaliation and fresh strikes in Iran heightened concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route
WRAL News
· Jul 13, 2026
The Latest: Trump demands 20% toll for passage through strait
President Donald Trump said Iranian ships will no longer be able to travel through the Strait of Hormuz and America would charge a 20 toll on other countries’ eligible cargo, escalating tensions after weekend of attacks by both nations to assert control of the critical waterway. The European Uni...
BRICS News
· Jul 13, 2026
JUST IN: 🇮🇷🇺🇸 Iran says "continued US interference in the Strait of Hormuz will lead to m [...]
JUST IN: Iran says continued US interference in the Strait of Hormuz will lead to major disruptions in the global oil and gas markets.@BRICSNews
Financial Times
· Jul 8, 2026
Why the US and Iran are stuck in a cycle of tit-for-tat strikes
Trump’s push to get ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz keeps colliding with Tehran’s resistance to cede control
Vanguard News
· Jun 24, 2026
Trump claims Iran assured Strait of Hormuz won’t be tolled
Tehran has repeatedly said it plans to charge what it calls maritime service fees for crossing the strait, as opposed to tolls, a plan fiercely opposed by the United States. The post Trump claims Iran assured Strait of Hormuz won’t be tolled appeared first on Vanguard News.
South China Morning Post
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump to restore Iran blockade, charge fees for Strait of Hormuz shipping
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States would begin charging commercial vessels for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz as Washington reinstates its blockade of Iran following a renewed escalation in the conflict. Trump said Iranian vessels and ships trading with Iran would be barred from using the strategic waterway, while other countries would retain access under a system that would impose a 20 per cent fee on eligible cargoes. “We are reinstating the THE IRANIAN...
NPR News
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz remains a powerful bargaining chip
Despite efforts by U.S. negotiators, Iran says it wants to charge a toll for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. It's yet another unresolved issue of the U.S.-Iran war.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 21, 2026
AS mungkin kenakan tol di Selat Hormuz – Trump
WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS), Donald Trump berkata pada Sabtu bahawa AS mungkin mengenakan tol ke atas laluan strategik Selat Hormuz jika para perunding gagal memuktamadkan perjanjian untuk menamatkan perang di Iran. Trump berkata bahawa tiada bayaran maritim akan dibenarkan di selat itu sepanjang tempoh gencatan senjata 60 hari yang sedang berlangsung, sambil memberi amaran ... Read more The post AS mungkin kenakan tol di Selat Hormuz – Trump appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
The West Australian
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump says US reinstates blockade of Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump says the United States is reinstating its blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf and will ensure the Strait of Hormuz stays open.
Al Arabiya English
· Jul 1, 2026
Iran was Unable to Export ’Single Barrel of Oil’ During Blockade
Chief Negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says Iran was unable to export any oil during the US blockade on its ports, noting that exports have since surged. #Iran
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 10, 2026
Iranian Navy: Any US Interference in Strait of Hormuz Will Face Strong Response
Iranian Navy: Any US Interference in Strait of Hormuz Will Face Strong Response
Daily Mirror
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump demands 20% fee on all cargo shipped as he vows to reinstate Iranian blockade
Donald Trump says the US will be reinstating its blockade on Iranian ports and that the country will be known as 'the guardian of the Hormuz Strait' going forward
2Paragraphs
· Jun 25, 2026
Marco Rubio Warns Iran: “Abandon the Fantasy Now”
President Trump’s Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced at a press conference this week in Manama, Bahrain, that the United States will not allow Iran to charge a fee at the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio said: “You can call it a fee. You can call it a toll, call it whatever you want. If you []
UPI
· Jun 21, 2026
Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks
Iran: U.S. sanctions against its oil exports discussed at Swiss talks
KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump says US will blockade Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and charge ships for safe passage
U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge other ships for safe passage.
World Israel News
· Jul 11, 2026
US issues ultimatum to Iran over attacks in Strait of Hormuz
The US demand for a public Iranian commitment focuses specifically on guaranteeing safe passage for commercial shipping and confirming that all channels of the strait remain open to global maritime traffic. The post US issues ultimatum to Iran over attacks in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on World Israel News.
China Global Television Network
· Jun 19, 2026
US says it lifts Iran blockade, Tehran says to speed up Hormuz transit
The United States said on Thursday that it had lifted its maritime blockade on Iran, while Tehran announced measures to reopen the Strait of Hormuz following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two countries, marking a significant step towards easing regional tensions.
Daily Mail
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump re-imposes Iran blockade and demands 20 percent tariff on ALL exports through Strait of Hormuz as oil prices skyrocket
Trump re-imposes Iran blockade and demands 20 percent tariff on ALL exports through Strait of Hormuz as oil prices skyrocket
All Israel News
· Jun 28, 2026
US, Iran trade blows and accusations over Strait of Hormuz transit freedom
US, Iran trade blows and accusations over Strait of Hormuz transit freedom
Arise News
· Jul 9, 2026
Oil Prices Climb As Renewed US-Iran Tensions Raise Supply Concerns
Escalating hostilities between the US and Iran fuel concerns over oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
TASS
· Jun 29, 2026
Number of ships crossing Strait of Hormuz falls by 80% amid escalation — Bloomberg
This is due to carriers' concerns over the latest escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran
Iran Herald
· Jun 21, 2026
Only US could impose Hormuz tolls Trump
The US president appears to have rejected reported Iranian plans for post-ceasefire shipping fees ahead of Iran-US talksNo tolls would be charged for transit through the Strait of Hormuz during or after the 60-day ceasefire period agreed by Washington and Tehran, unless they are levied by the United States itself, US President Donald Trump has stated.The remarks came as US and Iranian del
The Daily Signal
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump: Iran Blockade Reinstated, US to Charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz Cargo
REUTERS—President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States was reinstating a naval blockade on Iran and would be reimbursed 20 on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran claimed it had closed the vital waterway. “The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or without Iran. We are reinstating...
The Epoch Times
· Jun 26, 2026
Trump: Iran Foolishly Broke Ceasefire Agreement; Venezuela Quake Death Toll Tops 500
President Donald Trump reacts after Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. The president also threatened consequences for Europe, if they impose a special tax on American companies. The man accused of sparking California’s deadly Palisades fire will face a new trial after a jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. Over []
DNyuz
· Jul 12, 2026
Oil Rises After Weekend of Back-and-Forth Strikes by U.S. and Iran
The continued cycle of attacks between Iran and the United States in the Persian Gulf posed fresh risks to ships seeking to navigate the Strait of Hormuz, testing markets on Sunday. Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, opened about 3.5 percent higher on Sunday, to nearly 79 a barrel. That is up nearly 9 percent []
Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20% on Strait of Hormuz cargo
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States was reinstating a naval blockade on Iran and would be reimbursed 20 on all cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran claimed it had closed the vital waterway.“The Hormuz Strait is OPEN, and will remain OPEN, with or without Iran. We [] The post Trump: Iran blockade reinstated, US to charge 20 on Strait of Hormuz cargo appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Sputnik
· Jul 13, 2026
US Reinstates Naval Blockade of Iran - Trump
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States is reinstating the blockade of Iranian ports, US President Donald Trump said on Monday.
Washington Examiner
· Jun 21, 2026
Trump threatens Hormuz takeover to collect tolls and 20% of oil if Iran deal fails
President Donald Trump on Sunday said the United States will take control of the Strait of Hormuz, collecting tolls and 20 of the oil that flows through the waterway if negotiations between Washington and Tehran in Switzerland fall through. Vice President JD Vance is meeting with Iranian officials on Sunday to finalize the terms of []
teleSUR English
· Jun 22, 2026
Pakistan Welcomes Progress in U.S.-Iran Talks
U.S. Vice President said that crude oil and natural gas are flowing through the Strait of Hormuz. On Monday, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar welcomed the progress achieved during high-level technical talks between the United States and Iran in Burgenstock, Switzerland, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating dialogue. RELATED: Iran Walks []
JFeed
· Jul 13, 2026
Trump: The US Naval Blockade on Strait of Hormuz is Back
President Trump announces the US is reinstating a blockade on Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with a 20 cargo fee on other ships passing through.
Middle East Eye
· Jun 24, 2026
Trump says Iran has told US no tolls being sought at Strait of Hormuz
Trump says Iran has told US no tolls being sought at Strait of Hormuz US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Iran has told the US that no tolls were being sought from ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz. If this is false information, negotiations would end, immediately! Trump wrote in a post on social media.
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 9, 2026
Commodities: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Breakdown Pushes Oil Higher
Commodities: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Breakdown Pushes Oil Higher
Al Jazeera English
· Jul 1, 2026
Iran says it couldn't export a ‘single barrel of oil’ during US blockade | AJ #shorts
Iran was unable to export any oil during the US blockade of its ports, the country's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said, adding that exports have since surged. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile
India News Network
· Jul 8, 2026
Escalation in Strait of Hormuz: Iran Conducts Military Strike
Iran's recent military action in the Strait of Hormuz raises tensions. US and regional responses are closely monitored.
Ya Libnan
· Jun 23, 2026
Live updates, Middle East – Iran says Hormuz will be administered by Tehran
Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf shaking hands with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. © Pakistan Prime Minister’s Office/AFP Here is the latest Half-Open, Half-Closed Strait of Hormuz Baffles Oil Markets Oil prices remain volatile as confusion over the Strait of Hormuz persists, with Iran and the U.S. issuing conflicting statements about whether the key []
The Economic Times
· Jul 13, 2026
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz
RedState
· Jun 28, 2026
US Ambassador Slams Iran: No More Free Shipping Attacks
US Ambassador Slams Iran: No More Free Shipping Attacks
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 13, 2026
Global markets face selling pressure amid renewed geopolitical tensions
Escalating US-Iran tensions and risks around Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices higher, lifting bond yields and weighing on global equities
Hananya Naftali
· Jun 24, 2026
Trump: We will immediately stop the negotiations if we know that the Iranians are charging tol [...]
Trump: We will immediately stop the negotiations if we know that the Iranians are charging tolls from ships in the Strait of Hormuz
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