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Trump Launches Project Freedom to Guide Neutral Ships Away From Iran Closed Strait of Hormuz
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Published on 4 May 2026
Neutral ships get a new escort plan Monday
Donald Trump said “Project Freedom” begins Monday to help stranded neutral ships exit the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed. The announcement came as Tehran reviews Washington’s response to a war-ending proposal, with Trump adding that talks with Tehran “could be very positive” while sharing few operational details.
- Project Freedom is set to start Monday for neutral ships
- Trump claims the plan will help vessels leave the Hormuz route
- Iran is reviewing the US response to a war-ending proposal
- No specifics were provided on how the guidance will work
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