Trump drops 20% Hormuz cargo fee amid port blockade

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Trump reversed a 20% fee threat on Strait of Hormuz cargo as the US resumed its blockade of Iranian ports.

WHO: Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump reversed his threat to charge a 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz cargo shipping and said it would be replaced by trade and investment deals.

WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 4:10 PM ET

WHERE: Strait of Hormuz

WHY: He replaced the fee threat with promises of trade and investment deals with Gulf states just hours before the US resumed its blockade of Iranian ports.

How this story developed (showing 5 of 5 earlier reports)

IRGC threatens to close export corridors benefiting US · Jul 15, 2026 at 4:07 AM ET
Trump says U.S. will reimpose fee on Iranian port shipping · Jul 15, 2026 at 2:05 AM ET
U.S. begins blockade of ships entering Iran ports · Jul 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Trump says U.S. is taking over the Strait of Hormuz · Jul 14, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
Trump: US reinstating Iran blockade in Strait of Hormuz · Jul 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET

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