Iran live updates: UKMTO reports attacks on 2 ships in Strait of Hormuz
The UKMTO reported attacks on two cargo vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions and the upcoming launch of the U.S.-led 'Project Freedom' to secure shipping lanes. President Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Iran are going 'very well,' while Iran warned that U.S. military involvement in escorting ships would violate the ceasefire. The U.S. plans to deploy naval and air assets to protect commercial shipping without directly escorting vessels.
- ▪The UKMTO reported two attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, one near Sirik, Iran, and another north of Fujairah, UAE.
- ▪U.S. Central Command confirmed support for 'Project Freedom' to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Iran's Ebrahim Azizi stated that the U.S. mission to guide ships through the strait would violate the ceasefire.
- ▪President Trump claimed Iran negotiations are progressing well, though no further details were provided.
- ▪U.S. military support for Project Freedom includes destroyers, over 100 aircraft, unmanned platforms, and 15,000 personnel.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onLiveIran live updates: UKMTO reports attacks on 2 ships in Strait of HormuzTrump on Sunday said that the U.S. will guide ships out of Strait of Hormuz.2:07Cargo ships are seen at sea near the Strait of Hormuz, as viewed from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, on May 1, 2026.Fatima Shbair/APByDavid BrennanLast Updated: May 4, 2026, 2:37 AM EDTPresident Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb.
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