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La carrera contrarreloj para convencer a Trump de abandonar su plan de imponer un peaje en el estrecho de Ormuz
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Adam Cancryn, Kevin Liptak y Kaitlan Collins, CNN
El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, sorprendió a sus aliados del golfo Pérsico y a muchos de sus propios asesores con su plan de imponer un peaje en el estrecho de Ormuz, lo que desencadenó una carrera diplomática para convencerlo...
Key takeaway “Estados Unidos será, a partir de este momento, conocido como ‘EL GUARDIÁN DEL ESTRECHO DE ORMUZ’”, escribió Trump el lunes por la mañana en Truth Social, donde prometió cobrar un peaje del 20 % a toda la carga transportada por el estrecho.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans should be aware that the proposed peaje in the Strait of Hormuz could have significant implications for the local economy, particularly in the transportation and trade sectors. As a major border city, El Paso relies heavily on international trade, and any disruptions to global shipping routes could have a ripple effect on local businesses. The fact that the Trump administration is considering such a drastic measure highlights the need for El Paso's leaders to be proactive in protecting the city's economic interests. Furthermore, the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its role as a key trade hub make it essential to monitor developments in international trade policy, including the potential consequences of a peaje in the Strait of Hormuz. El Paso's business community should be prepared to adapt to any changes in the global trade landscape and to advocate for policies that support the city's economic growth.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por Adam Cancryn, Kevin Liptak y Kaitlan Collins, CNN
El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, sorprendió a sus aliados del golfo Pérsico y a muchos de sus propios asesores con su plan de imponer un peaje en el estrecho de Ormuz, lo que desencadenó una carrera diplomática para convencerlo...
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