The US may charge fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Trump says.

Yuri Kobzar00:16, 21.06.26

Trump considers this the price for US services in ensuring the security of the Persian Gulf countries.

A cargo ship named 'Grey Fox' sailing on the water during sunset.

Ships will be able to pass through the Strait of Hormuz free of charge , except in cases where the United States charges a fee for its “guardian angel” services. US President Donald Trump announced this on the social media platform TruthSocial .

He emphasized that for the 60 days that the ceasefire is in effect and while the United States and Iran continue negotiations to conclude a final peace agreement, there will be no toll for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

“And after that 60-day period, no fee will be charged, except to the extent imposed by and for the benefit of the United States of America in the event of no agreement, for services rendered as a ‘Guardian Angel’ to countries in the Middle East for the purpose of reimbursement of past, present, and future expenses,” Trump wrote.

(C)UNIAN 2026

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