Donald Trump
Opinion
Trump's Hormuz Toll Lasted One Day. The Strait Didn't.
Trump posted it at 11:14 pm on 13 July 2026. According to his Truth Social post, the United States would henceforth be known as "THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT" and would collect a 20% reimbursement fee on all cargo shipped through it. No treaty. No congressional authorisation.
Geopolitics
US Hits Iran Third Straight Night as Tankers Burn in Hormuz
At 4:45 p.m. ET on 13 July 2026, US Central Command began launching the third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, acting at the direction of the Commander in Chief.
Geopolitics
Trump Ends Iran Ceasefire, Brands Tehran Leaders Liars
Donald Trump declared the second Iran ceasefire 'over' at the NATO summit in Ankara on 8 July 2026, ordered fresh strikes and branded Iran's leaders liars.