Trump suspends “Project Freedom” in the Strait of Hormuz: “Progress towards a deal with Iran”

U.S. President Trump announced the temporary suspension of Operation Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress towards a deal with Iran. The pause comes at the request of Pakistan and aims to allow for a final agreement to be finalized. Iran has introduced a new system for managing transits through the Strait, signaling continued efforts to manage the waterway.