Trump: 'No tolls will be imposed on passage through the Strait of Hormuz'

U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that passage through the Strait of Hormuz will remain toll-free during and after a 60-day interim ceasefire with Iran. The announcement, made on his Truth Social platform, aims to de-escalate tensions and facilitate diplomatic progress.

Trump specified that any consideration of imposing tolls would only arise if peace negotiations falter. Such fees would be levied as compensation for services rendered by the United States, acting as a 'Guardian Angel' to Middle Eastern nations, covering past, present, and future expenses.

This move comes amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Iran. The decision to forgo tolls on this critical waterway signals a potential pathway toward a more stable regional environment, contingent on the success of the ongoing peace talks.

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WE WILL HAVE NO TOLLS in the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days during the Ceasefire Period and WE WILL HAVE NO TOLLS after the 60 day period is over, unless imposed by and for the United States of America, in the event the deal does not get done, for services rendered as a Guardian Angel to the countries of the Middle East for purposes of expense reimbursement then and now and in the future.