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Trump Says Gulf Leaders Called After He Ended US Strait of Hormuz Toll
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 2 hours ago
What happened
US President Donald Trump announced canceling the US toll on the Strait of Hormuz, prompting calls from Gulf leaders offering alternative arrangements and promising significant investments in the US.
- 01Trump canceled the US toll on the Strait of Hormuz, citing fairness concerns.
- 02He announced the decision publicly the day before meeting Iraq's new prime minister.
- 03Kings and emirs from Gulf countries called Trump after the announcement.
- 04Countries involved include Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
- 05These leaders offered to manage the strait differently and invest billions in the US.
- 06Trump emphasized ongoing strong economic ties and record-breaking investments.
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YnetCenter · Hebrew58 minutes ago
Trump Says Gulf Leaders Called After He Ended US Strait of Hormuz Toll
WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Trump Reverses Plan to Charge Strait of Hormuz Transit Fees, Opts for Gulf Trade Deals Instead
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