Donald Trump proposed that the United States should control the Strait of Hormuz and charge for passage.

Strait of Hormuz

Who

Donald Trump

What

When

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:55:01 GMT · 2h 16m ago

Where

Strait of Hormuz ·

Why

Iran's effective blockade of the strait has pushed up energy prices and increased concerns about inflation globally.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Control of the Strait of Hormuz is critical for global energy transport. Any disruption or proposed control by a major power like the US could significantly impact global energy prices and inflation.

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https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/us-should-control-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-get-paid-for-it-trump/
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