Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will not charge any transit fees during a 60-day ceasefire, and will not charge fees after that period unless the agreement breaks down. If the pact fails, the United States would impose fees for its own purposes as payment for services provided as a "guardian angel" to Middle Eastern countries, to cover past, present and future costs.

2026-06-21

Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will not charge any transit fees during a 60-day ceasefire, and will not charge fees after that period unless the agreement breaks down. If the pact fails, the United States would impose fees for its own purposes as payment for services provided as a "guardian angel" to Middle Eastern countries, to cover past, present and future costs.