### [2026-05-3](/feed/2026/05/3/index.md)

##### Middle Eastern crisis
# The U.S. Central Command confirms that the operation, Project Freedom, will start tomorrow to help secure transit in the strait. 




### Sources:

1. [AA](https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/us-military-confirms-it-will-launch-project-freedom-to-secure-transit-in-strait-of-hormuz/3925972)
2. [CENTCOM](https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RELEASES/Press-Release-View/Article/4476318/us-military-supports-launch-of-project-freedom-in-strait-of-hormuz/)

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