Trump says US to escort ‘neutral’ ships through the Strait of Hormuz
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US President Donald Trump announced a new operation to escort neutral ships stuck in the Strait of Hormuz. The plan, dubbed ‘Project Freedom,’ aims to assist ‘innocent bystanders,’ but is unlikely to lead to renewed nuclear talks with Iran. This move follows Iran’s response to a peace proposal that Trump deemed unacceptable, reflecting ongoing tensions between the two nations.