Trump ‘pauses’ mission to guide ships through Strait of Hormuz after less than 48 hours

US President Trump paused the mission to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the potential for a peace deal with Iran. The mission, known as Project Freedom, was intended to address concerns about the war and potential negotiations, but was suspended due to evolving circumstances. The US will continue its naval blockade of the strait while seeking to mitigate the risks of Iranian attacks.