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U.S. says 'Project Freedom' will reopen Hormuz Strait for commerce. Experts are skeptical

President Donald Trump announced the operation Sunday, saying the U.S. will "guide" ships stuck due to the Iran war through the Strait of Hormuz.

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U.S. says 'Project Freedom' will reopen Hormuz Strait for commerce. Experts are skepticalPresident Donald Trump announced the operation Sunday, saying the U.S. will "guide" ships stuck due to the Iran war through the Strait of Hormuz.
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