What to know as the US tries to open the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire wavers
Summary
President Donald Trump said the U.S. is working to open the Strait of Hormuz to allow hundreds of trapped commercial ships to pass through during a fragile ceasefire with Iran. The ceasefire is at risk as attacks occurred near the United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. military reported sinking Iranian boats that threatened civilian vessels.Key Facts
- The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway where hundreds of commercial ships and their crews are stuck due to the conflict.
- The U.S. started "Project Freedom" to guide ships safely through the strait, but few ships have taken part so far.
- President Trump described the situation as a "skirmish" and said the U.S. has full control.
- The United Arab Emirates was attacked for the first time since the ceasefire began in early April.
- Two cargo ships near the UAE were reported to be on fire.
- The U.S. military said it sank six small Iranian boats aimed at civilian ships.
- Iran launched missiles and drones targeting ships protected by the U.S.
- The ceasefire is fragile and may be at risk of breaking down.
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