Woofun AI reports that a White House official confirmed Donald Trump remains "very serious" about implementing a 20% toll on goods transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Trump has advocated for this measure for months, previously threatening imposition in June if no agreement with Iran was reached within 60 days.

The official noted that while inner circle members attempted to dissuade Trump, he reverted to this "instinctive decision." Operational details regarding the toll system and potential naval blockade remain unfinalized, with no confirmation of consultations with Gulf nations.