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Trump Pivots on Hormuz Strategy, Pursues Bilateral Gulf Deals

July 14, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via Reuters
Trump Pivots on Hormuz Strategy, Pursues Bilateral Gulf Deals
President Trump is abandoning a blanket 20% toll proposal for the Strait of Hormuz in favor of targeted bilateral agreements with Gulf states - a pragmatic shift that demonstrates real-world negotiating flexibility. Rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all tax that could destabilize regional relationships, Trump is pursuing individual deals that protect American interests while respecting sovereign partners. Read more about this...

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