The US is temporarily suspending the operation to escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz to assess the possibility of reaching agreements with Iran. This was stated by President Donald Trump, Bloomberg reports, according to UNN.
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According to Trump, Operation "Project Freedom," which involved escorting vessels through the strategic strait, will be halted for a short time.
"Project Freedom will be suspended for a short period of time to see if a deal can be finalized and signed,"
The US President noted that this decision was made against the backdrop of "significant progress" in negotiations with Iran, as well as through the mediation of Pakistan and other countries.
At the same time, the blockade of Iranian ports remains
Despite the pause in escorting vessels, the US is not abandoning economic pressure on Tehran. Trump emphasized that restrictions on vessels traveling to and from Iranian ports "will remain in full force."
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Previously, "Project Freedom" was presented as a humanitarian initiative to restore energy supplies through the strait. However, the operation was accompanied by combat incidents.
The US military repelled attacks by Iranian drones, missiles, and fast boats, ensuring the passage of vessels. The UAE also reported intercepting Iranian missiles.