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Breaking | US to restore Iran blockade, charge fees for Strait of Hormuz shipping

  • Posted on July 13, 2026
  • By South China Morning Post
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  • 1 min read
In brief

The Trump administration announces a comprehensive strategy targeting Iran's maritime trade through renewed economic sanctions and strategic toll mechanisms. Commercial vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz will face a 20% transit fee, while Iranian-flagged ships and vessels engaged in Iran trade face complete prohibition. This policy aims to maximize economic pressure on Tehran and reinforce US leverage in regional geopolitics while generating revenue from international shipping routes.

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Breaking | US to restore Iran blockade, charge fees for Strait of Hormuz shipping
Breaking | US to restore Iran blockade, charge fees for Strait of Hormuz shipping

Trump says Iranian ships and those trading with Iran will be barred, while other commercial traffic will pay a 20% transit fee.
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South China Morning Post

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