Trump walks back his Strait of Hormuz fees threat
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U.S. President Donald Trump has walked back his threat to charge shipping fees in the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf countries would instead invest in the United States. His comments come as a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports in the strait resumes. The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news
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