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Trump’s Hormuz Tolls and Gulf Deals | Auckland News
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- Jul 15, 2026
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Trump shocks the world by announcing a 20% toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz—calling the U.S. the “Guardian” of the waterway—only to backtrack after Gulf allies scramble to stop it, ultimately pivoting to a deal where they pledge new U.S. investments instead. Amid chaos, oil prices spike and shipping slows, raising questions about his shifting foreign policy and whether the war is truly won. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cf1a1cfaed948b4e