Trump Announces Surprise Pause

Trump Announces Temporary Pause of ‘Project Freedom’ Amid Progress Toward Iran Deal

President Trump announced Tuesday that “Project Freedom” in the Strait of Hormuz is being paused after what he described as major military success and fresh movement toward a peace deal with Iran.

The pause does not end the blockade, but it signals that the White House believes a possible agreement with Tehran may now be close enough to justify a temporary halt in ship-movement operations.

President Trump revealed the pause in a Truth Social post Tuesday. He said the decision came after requests from Pakistan and other countries.

Trump also pointed to what he called “the tremendous Military Success” of the campaign against Iran.

He said the move was also tied to “Great Progress” toward a final agreement with Iranian representatives. The president framed the pause as a test to see whether the deal can be finished and signed. The Blockade Will Still Remain in Place.

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