US President Donald Trump has announced a new plan aimed at directly involving the United States in the security of the Strait of Hormuz, saying the country will take on the role of "guardian of this vital sea passage" used by various nations around the world.
Through his statement, Trump said the United States would ensure that the international route remains open for the use of all nations, while explaining that specific measures would be taken against what he called "Iran's blockade" in the region.
According to the statement, Trump said the measures were aimed at controlling the movement of Iranian ships and their allies in the region, while emphasizing that other countries will continue to use the Strait of Hormuz without hindrance.
In another move, the US President has proposed a 20 percent levy on the value of all cargo that will pass through the route, saying the money will help fund defense and security activities to be carried out by the US.GET FULL STORY HERE.
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