Event Brief
Trump drops planned 20% fee for Strait of Hormuz
Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Trump said he will replace a planned 20% U.S. cargo fee for the Strait of Hormuz with trade and investment deals.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Announced reversal of plans to charge a 20% U.S. reimbursement fee on cargo through the Strait of Hormuz
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
WHERE: United Arab Emirates
WHY: He said the decision followed productive conversations with Middle East leadership.
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