Pentagon holds press briefing as tensions continue to escalate in the Strait of Hormuz

The Pentagon launched ‘Project Freedom’ to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions. This operation is aimed at countering Iran’s indiscriminate attacks and what the US describes as ‘international extortion’ regarding maritime traffic. The Strait’s closure has driven up fuel prices and rattled the global economy, with the US seeking international cooperation to limit Iran’s leverage.