US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Trump hints at 'Project Freedom plus' in Hormuz if Iran deal not sealed
Iran rejected a US-backed UN Security Council resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, calling it flawed, while former US President Donald Trump hinted at a military response called 'Project Freedom plus' if no deal is reached. The crisis has escalated tensions in the Gulf, with missile strikes, attacks on ships, and economic disruptions like rising oil prices and shipping costs.
Iran dismissed a US-backed draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council, labeling it 'flawed' and 'politically motivated.' The proposal, introduced by the US alongside Gulf allies Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar, aims to protect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route. Iran accused Washington of using the UN to legitimize unlawful actions and demanded an end to the war, lifting of maritime blockades, and restored movement through the Strait. Former US President Donald Trump suggested a potential military operation named 'Project Freedom plus' in the Strait of Hormuz if diplomatic efforts fail to secure an agreement with Iran. The crisis has intensified regional instability, with reports of missile and drone strikes, attacks on commercial vessels, and Israeli military alerts in northern Israel following suspected aerial threats. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warned against any military action, asserting that past attempts by Trump to weaken Tehran had failed. Despite tensions, diplomatic channels remain active, with mediators working toward a possible deal between the US and Iran. The ongoing conflict has already caused global economic consequences, including surging oil prices and increased shipping costs. The Strait of Hormuz remains the focal point of the crisis, raising concerns about disruptions to global trade and regional security. International diplomatic efforts continue to intensify as fears of a wider conflict in the Gulf grow.
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