Friday, April 10, 2026-President Donald Trump has warned Iran against imposing tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying such a move would violate the terms of the fragile ceasefire currently holding between Washington and Tehran.
His comments come amid heightened tensions over the strategic waterway, a critical route for global oil shipments that remains central to ongoing negotiations.
Trump said the United States would not accept any system in which Iran charges vessels for passage, describing the strait as an international shipping corridor that must remain open without additional fees.
He cautioned that any attempt to enforce tolls could undermine the ceasefire and risk renewed escalation, as diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize the region.
The warning follows reports that Iran has begun imposing or proposing fees on certain ships transiting the waterway, a move that has alarmed energy markets and shipping operators.
While discussions continue over long-term arrangements for the strait’s security and management, the situation remains tense, with both sides closely watching compliance as the ceasefire faces its latest test.
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