Iran-US clash over alleged warship attack in Strait of Hormuz
🔴 Tension RisingAl Jazeera2026-05-04
Iran claims its navy forced a US warship to turn back from the Strait of Hormuz, while the US denies any clash, escalating tensions in the key waterway. US President Donald Trump announced Project Freedom, framing it as a humanitarian effort to ‘free’ stranded ships. This incident highlights ongoing US-Iran tensions and potential disruptions to global energy supplies.