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Trump Threatens Bombing, Sanctions Over Hormuz Fee Talks

8/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman and impose sanctions over the Strait of Hormuz fee talks.
Oman and Iran have proposed a service fee for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned Oman that sanctions would follow if it implements the fee.
Omani diplomats say the fee complies with international law and will not be illegal.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman and impose sanctions over the Strait of Hormuz fee talks.
Oman and Iran have proposed a service fee for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned Oman that sanctions would follow if it implements the fee.
Omani diplomats say the fee complies with international law and will not be illegal.