Trump launches Project Freedom in Hormuz, Iran fires back with warning as ceasefire tensions rise

2026-05-04 11:34 AM IST

Donald Trump has announced the launch of “Project Freedom,” a US-led mission to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The operation aims to restore freedom of navigation in one of the world’s most critical oil routes, where vessels have been stuck amid rising tensions and blockades. Iran has warned that any US intervention in the strait could be seen as a breach of the ceasefire, raising concerns about potential escalation.

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