UN Maritime Agency Opposes Trump's Plan for 20 Percent Hormuz Transit Fees

Strait of Hormuz Security Reimbursement Policy·Latest event July 13, 2026

6 hours ago

UN Maritime Agency Opposes Trump's Plan for 20 Percent Hormuz Transit Fees

Trump's demand for protection money led the International Maritime Organization to oppose transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz. The proposed policy charges a 20 percent toll on cargo value for ships receiving military escort. Trump argued that the U.S. should run the strait and receive payment for maintaining regional security. Trump also announced he is reinstating a naval blockade of Iranian ports to increase pressure on the regime. Some observers noted that the demand for transit fees contradicts previous statements from administration aides. Critics on social media expressed concern that these actions push the United States further into Middle East conflict.

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8 hours ago

Trump reinstates Strait of Hormuz blockade and announces 20 percent shipping tolls

Trump declared that the U.S. will take operational control of the Strait of Hormuz to restrict Iranian shipping. The plan includes reinstating a naval blockade and imposing a 20 percent fee on all cargo passing through. Trump stated that the U.S. will be known as the Guardian of the Hormuz Strait. It will collect tolls for providing safe passage. The move follows recent missile and drone exchanges with Iran. Global oil prices jumped immediately following the announcement of the blockade. Critics argued that controlling the strait would require a ground invasion and lead to significant casualties.

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10 hours ago

Trump Proposes 20 Percent Reimbursement Fee for Strait of Hormuz Security

Trump said the United States should take control of the strait and act as a paid guardian for international shipping. He stated that other nations must reimburse the U.S. for providing security in the region. The proposal includes a 20 percent reimbursement rate for cargo traffic. Trump also announced plans to reinstate a blockade of Iranian ships within the waterway. This policy would shift the financial burden of maritime protection to the countries using the route.

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