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Trump Drops Proposed 20% Hormuz Transit Fee in Favor of Trade Deals

Trump Drops Proposed 20% Hormuz Transit Fee in Favor of Trade Deals

U.S. President Donald Trump abandoned a proposed 20% fee on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz after talks with Middle East leaders. He said the United States will instead pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf states.

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Trump backs off 20% fee threats for cargo shipped through Strait of Hormuz