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Trump pauses Project Freedom for Hormuz ships but keeps Iran port blockade on
International
Published on 6 May 2026
Commercial help pauses but the blockade stays
Donald Trump says the US will temporarily pause “Project Freedom,” meant to help commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, after requests from Pakistan and others. The move comes as Washington reports military gains against Iran and progress toward a possible deal. However, Trump stressed the naval blockade of Iran’s ports will remain in place.
- US to temporarily pause a convoy aid effort in the Strait of Hormuz
- Decision follows requests from Pakistan and other nations
- Military pressure on Iran continues alongside deal talks
- Iran port naval blockade will not be lifted
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