US Reinstates Blockade of Iran in Strait of Hormuz, Imposes 20% Transit Charge
President Donald Trump announces renewed military action against Iran and a new toll on shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional conflict.
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President Donald Trump announces renewed military action against Iran and a new toll on shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional conflict.
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The United States escalated military actions against Iran with fresh strikes and a blockade, while President Donald Trump indicated a potential for a deal with Tehran.
France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 1:16 AM
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President Trump announced the U.S. will reinstate a blockade on Iranian ports and charge a 20% toll on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control over the strategic waterway amid rising tensions with Iran.
NPR News | Jul 13, 2026, 5:09 PM
politics
President Donald Trump declares the U.S. will act as 'Guardian of the Hormuz Strait,' reinstating a blockade on Iranian vessels and charging a 20% fee on cargo for security costs.
CBS Politics | Jul 13, 2026, 3:45 PM
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NPR News | Jul 13, 2026, 12:59 PM
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The late senator illustrated the evolving Republican party under Donald Trump, moving from critic to ally and vocal supporter of military actions in Iran.
Guardian US | Jul 13, 2026, 4:17 AM
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Tensions escalated on Saturday, July 12, 2026, as Iran’s new supreme leader and U.S. President Donald Trump traded threats following military actions and attacks near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
CBS Politics | Jul 12, 2026, 7:58 AM
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Al Jazeera | Jul 11, 2026, 5:45 PM
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CBS Politics | Jul 11, 2026, 3:05 PM
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France 24 English | Jul 11, 2026, 2:20 PM
world
US President Donald Trump threatens Iran with military action amid disputed ceasefire claims, while regional mediators seek to salvage peace talks.
Euronews | Jul 11, 2026, 7:24 AM
politics
Following an exchange of strikes near the strategic oil chokepoint, the U.S. insists Iran affirm that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to shipping and that Iranian forces are not targeting vessels.
The Hill | Jul 11, 2026, 7:18 AM
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Deutsche Welle | Jul 11, 2026, 5:06 AM
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