Donald Trump

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.

President Donald Trump dropped his proposed 20 per cent transit levy on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz on 14 July 2026, replacing it with a promise of Gulf state trade and investment flows into the United States.

Trump said he had a plan to destroy every bridge and power plant in Iran. Twelve hours later, he announced a ceasefire. Analysts are asking whether the pattern has a name.

Tehran rejects US ceasefire proposal, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz as global shipping scrambles to reroute from the vital chokepoint.

The US President's fiery Truth Social post dismisses allied support just days after calling for help reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Australian officials have responded with measured criticism.

White House frames drug import levies as national security. Health Minister Butler says PBS pricing non-negotiable. CSL likely exempt.

US President claims Iranian military is 'in ruins' during Operation Epic Fury update as global fuel prices surge and Australian cabinet convenes.

Trump appointed 13 tech executives to his White House science council, including Meta's Zuckerberg, Nvidia's Huang, and Oracle's Ellison. The council will advise on AI research, chip development, and workforce strategy. Musk and Altman were not included.