In a new Truth Social post, US President Donald Trump announced that the United States is reinstating a blockade on Iranian ports. He claimed the Strait of Hormuz is open and will 'remain' open 'with or without Iran,' and stated that the US will levy a 20% fee on ships transiting the narrow waterway to cover security costs.
Details of the Blockade and Fee
Trump wrote that the US would charge a 20% fee 'for any and all costs necessary' to provide safety and security for vessels. He described the blockade as 'THE IRANIAN BLOCKADE,' explaining it would only stop 'Iran’s ships or customers from entering or leaving,' while allowing other countries 'fair and open use of the Strait.'
US Claims Role as 'Guardian of the Strait'
The president declared that the US would be known as 'THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT,' and as a matter of 'FAIRNESS,' would be reimbursed at a rate of 20% on all cargo shipped. He stated that the process and formation would begin immediately.
