Hormuz flashpoint, Trump says Iran charging transit fees despite warnings

2026-03-26 - 19:33

US President Donald Trump revealed that Iran had gifted the US 10 oil tankers, indicating that very important talks were underway with Tehran. Trump emphasized that Iran would not be allowed to impose transit fees through the Strait of Hormuz, adding, “But they are doing it.” He stated that Iran had requested negotiations after suffering significant losses, noting that controlling Iranian oil was an option on the table, reports Al-Rai daily. Trump noted that the Gulf states had been targeted by Iranian missiles, adding, “We roam freely in Iran and I don’t care about reaching an agreement with them.”