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Trump Reverses Plan to Impose 20% Toll on Strait of Hormuz Shipments After International Backlash

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 14, 2026

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President Trump announced then quickly retracted a 20% toll on shipments through the Strait of Hormuz after international and allied opposition. Gulf leaders pressured the US to drop the plan, which was deemed illegal by advisors. Trump replaced the toll with promises of Gulf investments and maintained a strict naval blockade against Iran.

01Trump announced a 20% toll on shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, sparking global concern.
02US allies and officials were surprised and warned the toll violated international law.
03Gulf leaders urged Trump to cancel the toll, fearing oil price hikes and conflict escalation.
04Trump reversed the toll plan within a day, citing Gulf offers of major investments instead.
05Iran mocked the toll plan but Trump maintained a naval blockade against Iranian vessels.
06The US continues military actions amid rising tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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