🇺🇸🇮🇷 Donald Trump wants to sell VIP passes for passage through the Strait of Hormuz (Politico)

➤ After the conflict between the US and Iran, ~500 ships, including 220 oil tankers, remain at the entrance to the strait due to attack risks and insurance problems.

➤ One of the considered options is a paid expedited passage through the strait with possible escort by US military ships.

➤ According to sources, the idea should also push European countries to participate more actively in ensuring shipping security in the region.

➤ Before the start of the conflict, ~20% of global oil supplies passed through the Strait of Hormuz.