President Trump announced the United States will not impose a toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz during or following the current 60-day period of reduced tensions with Iran. The announcement, made via social media, represents a shift from earlier suggestions of potential fees. However, Trump stipulated that the U.S. reserves the right to implement a toll if ongoing peace negotiations with Iran ultimately collapse. This conditional stance links access to the vital waterway—a crucial global oil transit route—to the success of diplomatic efforts. The initial consideration of a toll followed increased tensions in the region and accusations against Iran regarding attacks on oil tankers. The move aims to de-escalate immediate conflict while maintaining leverage in potential future negotiations. The White House has not yet detailed how such a toll would be implemented if enacted.