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U.S. to impose 20% toll in Strait of Hormuz
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Molly Martinez , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this developing story are available from KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7.
A significant development has occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, with the US naval blockade being reinstated. As part of this move, a 20% toll will be charged to ships allowed to pass through the strait. This decision has been made in exchange for safety in the area.
The situation in the region remains tense, with conflict escalating over the past 24 hours. The blockade and toll announcement come after Iran previously threatened to impose a similar toll, which was deemed a violation of international law by the United Nations and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Further details on this developing story are available from KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7.
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Category: local Published: July 13, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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