Iran and US clash in Strait of Hormuz over blockade and Project Freedom

Tensions have escalated sharply in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil shipments. Iran has restarted attacks on the United Arab Emirates, while the US military is trying to restore traffic through the strait after Iran imposed a blockade. The US has launched a campaign called 'Project Freedom' to break the blockade, and Iran has warned it will respond harshly to any US Navy entry into the area.

Iran's armed forces have prevented US warships from entering the strait, according to the Iranian Navy. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) is involved in the operations, and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has been preparing for war. The UAE has intercepted missiles fired by Iran, and there have been reports of an incident involving a US warship in the strait. Iran claims to have repelled a US push and hit warships that ignored warnings.

The situation remains dangerous, with both sides taking military actions and exchanging threats. The Strait of Hormuz is critical for global energy supplies, and the conflict risks disrupting oil shipments and drawing in other countries.