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Trump plans US takeover of Strait of Hormuz with 20 percent cargo tax

Trump plans US takeover of Strait of Hormuz with 20 percent cargo tax

President Trump has declared a U.S.-led naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, announcing a 20 percent cargo levy to fund security operations in the region.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 17:37 ·Samir Haddad 4 min read