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Iran vows full readiness to support commercial ships in Hormuz despite Project Freedom pause
International
Published on 7 May 2026
A temporary US halt triggers Iran’s maritime support push
Iran says its maritime authority is fully ready to provide maritime services and technical support to commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows Donald Trump’s announcement of a temporary halt to “Project Freedom,” a safety initiative for vessels and their crews. Iran claims the step reinforces its commitment to secure maritime traffic through the strategic waterway.
- Iran offers maritime services and technical support for Hormuz-bound commercial ships
- The announcement follows a temporary halt to the US “Project Freedom” initiative
- Iran frames the move as focused on safety and welfare of ship crews
- Securing traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains the core message
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