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U.S. says Project Freedom will reopen Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. says Project Freedom will reopen the Strait of Hormuz for commerce, though experts are skeptical.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Announcement of Project Freedom to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz for commerce
WHEN: May 5, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: Ships were stuck due to the Iran war, prompting the operation.
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