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Trump says US reinstates Iran blockade, will be 'paid' for guarding Hormuz

Cargo ships are seen anchored Sunday near the Strait of Hormuz, off the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). (Photo: AFP)

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States was reinstating its blockade of Iranian ports and "taking over" the Strait of Hormuz, where it would levy charges on shipping.

The president's declaration came after US and Iranian attacks of a scale unseen since an April ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, adding to doubts about efforts to bring a permanent end to the war that has curtailed shipping through the strait.

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