Trump says pausing 'Project Freedom' Hormuz operation in push for Iran deal
- Posted on May 6, 2026
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Trump says pausing 'Project Freedom' Hormuz operation in push for Iran deal
Washington is maintaining a blockade of Iran's ports in a bid to pressure Iran to make a deal to end the war that the US and Israel launched on February 28. Trump, on April 8, declared a ceasefire with Iran that he has since extended, even though negotiations with Tehran have been at a standstill.