President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, that he is suspending a newly launched U.S. military operation in the Strait of Hormuz following reported progress in negotiations with Iran aimed at finalizing a deal to end the ongoing conflict.
The operation, codenamed Project Freedom, was initiated on Monday, June 9, 2025, to "guide" commercial ships through the strategically vital waterway. However, it quickly escalated tensions, resulting in an exchange of fire between U.S. and Iranian forces. Additionally, Iran conducted missile strikes on the United Arab Emirates for the first time since a ceasefire was announced one month ago.
In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump explained the decision to pause the operation:
"Based on the request of Pakistan and other countries, and additionally, the fact that great progress has been made toward a complete and final agreement with representatives of Iran, we have mutually agreed that, while the blockade will remain in full force and effect, Project Freedom will be paused for a short period of time to see whether or not the agreement can be finalized and signed."
Trump emphasized that the existing blockade in the region will remain fully enforced despite the temporary halt of Project Freedom. The move comes as diplomats from multiple nations continue efforts to broker a lasting peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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