Trump says US to begin ‘guiding’ ships in Strait of Hormuz
🔴 Tension RisingAl Jazeera2026-05-04
US President Donald Trump announced ‘Project Freedom’, a naval mission to ‘guide’ stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday, warning any interference will be met ‘forcefully’. This move comes amid a fragile US-Iran truce, with Tehran warning it would treat US intervention as a breach. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and potential escalation in the region.