Former US President Donald Trump asserted that the United States alone should have the authority to levy tolls on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping lane. This statement comes as American and Iranian representatives are currently engaged in negotiations in Switzerland. The talks’ specific agenda remains undisclosed, but they occur amidst ongoing tensions in the region and concerning Iran’s nuclear program. Trump’s claim suggests a potential future US policy aimed at controlling or profiting from maritime traffic in the strategically important waterway. The assertion raises questions about international law and freedom of navigation. No further details regarding the context of Trump’s remarks or the potential impact on ongoing negotiations have been released. RT.com originally reported the story.