Live: US to escort ships through Hormuz as Iran warns of ceasefire breach
Summary
The United States will start escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz to protect them, a move announced by President Donald Trump. Iran warned that any U.S. involvement would break a ceasefire agreement amid ongoing tensions in the region.Key Facts
- The U.S. plan to escort ships in the Strait of Hormuz is part of an effort called “Project Freedom.”
- Iran has said it will consider any U.S. interference a violation of the ceasefire.
- A tanker was hit by unknown projectiles near Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates.
- President Trump stated that the U.S. will ensure ships can move freely and safely in the area.
- Oil prices dropped slightly after Trump’s announcement but remained above $100 per barrel due to regional tensions.
- Israeli forces damaged a Catholic convent in Lebanon during military operations.
- Hezbollah threatened to block Lebanon-Israel peace talks.
- Israel issued evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon and carried out strikes, killing and injuring several people.
- The U.S. Treasury Secretary said America is applying economic pressure on Iran to weaken its leadership.
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