Trump Pauses Project Freedom to Push Iran Deal, Keeps Hormuz Strait Blockade
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Trump paused Project Freedom to allow space for finalizing a settlement with Iran while keeping the blockade on Iranian ports; officials say the ceasefire remains and Iran must accept US demands on its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as hundreds of ships remain blocked and only a few have passed through. The development comes amid claims of a strengthened US operational posture, ongoing regional tensions, and rising fuel costs as shipping disruptions persist.
- Trump puts ‘Project Freedom’ on hold, saying he hopes to finalise a deal with Iran The Guardian
- Trump orders military to pause effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz The Washington Post
- Live Updates: U.S.-Iran ceasefire holding for now, Hegseth says, as Trump looks to finalize deal CBS News
- Confusion in Strait of Hormuz Leaves Shipping Firms Guessing The New York Times
- Iran war live: Trump pauses 'Project Freedom' in Hormuz Strait, mentions possible peace deal Reuters
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