Trump pauses Hormuz operation as Iran talks advance
Donald Trump has paused the US operation to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, saying talks with Iran have made progress towards a deal to end the war.
The US president said Project Freedom would stop for “a short period” after a request from Pakistan and other countries. He said the naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain in force.
The move came one day after Washington launched the operation to move stranded commercial vessels through the waterway.
5/6/2026 2:27:31 AM