Trump says the US will 'guide' stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced a U.S. initiative called 'Project Freedom' to guide stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions. The effort, involving military assets and personnel, is framed as a humanitarian move to assist hundreds of vessels and seafarers affected by the conflict. Iran condemned the plan as a ceasefire violation, while attacks on cargo ships near the strait underscore the risks involved.
- ▪President Donald Trump announced 'Project Freedom' to guide stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz, citing humanitarian concerns.
- ▪The U.S. military will deploy guided-missile destroyers, over 100 aircraft, and 15,000 service members for the operation.
- ▪Iran denounced the U.S. plan as a ceasefire violation and claimed control over the strait, demanding tolls for safe passage.
- ▪Two ships reported attacks near the strait hours before Trump's announcement, with one hit by unknown projectiles.
- ▪Crews on stranded vessels have faced shortages of food, water, and supplies since the conflict began in February.
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Trump says the US will 'guide' stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz May 3, 202611:47 PM ET By The Associated Press A man stands in the water, appearing to fish, as bulk carriers, cargo ships, and service vessels line the horizon in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Monday, April 27, 2026. Razieh Poudat/AP/ISNA hide caption toggle caption Razieh Poudat/AP/ISNA DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks. Middle East conflict Iran submits a 14-point response to a U.S.
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