Trump Announces U.S. Resumption of Iran Blockade and Role as Guardian of the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Trump announced on Truth Social the resumption of the blockade against Iran and stated that the U.S. will become the "Guardian of the Strait of Hormuz" starting today.

Trump proposed a hardline charging scheme: providing security for this high-risk maritime area, with all goods passing through paying 20% of related costs to the U.S., with processes and structures to be initiated immediately.

This move implements a blockade on Iranian vessels and clients, while allowing other countries to maintain fair and open passage, aimed at covering the costs of U.S. security provision.