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Is the Iran war back on for real?

After days of newly intense fighting, Trump asserted he’ll take control of the Hormuz Strait — and charge for access.

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here.

Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump followed days of intense US strikes on Iran by declaring the US is taking charge of the Strait of Hormuz — and demanding payments of 20 percent of the value of all cargo shipped through it.

What happened to the ceasefire? Last week, the hazy ceasefire deal........

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