Middle East War Day 65: Trump's 'Freedom Plan' Launches 5/4, Latest Developments at a Glance
On the 65th day of attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, President Trump announced that the 'Freedom Plan' to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz will launch on May 4th. This includes military support and economic pressure, raising concerns about further destabilization in the Middle East.
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(Central News Agency Paris 3rd Comprehensive Foreign News Report) As the United States and Israel's joint attack on Iran entered its 65th day, US President Trump announced today that the 'Freedom Plan' will officially launch tomorrow morning, May 4th, to free ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.
Here's the latest on the Middle East War, compiled by Agence France-Presse.
The US military stated that the US Central Command will begin supporting Trump's proposed Freedom Plan to 'restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.'
According to the statement, the US military will deploy missile destroyers, over 100 land-based and sea-based aircraft, and approximately 15,000 service members for this mission.
Trump described the Freedom Plan as a 'humanitarian effort' aimed at assisting nations that have remained neutral in the US and Israeli war against Iran.
Trump wrote in a post: 'For the benefit of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have informed these countries that we will guide their vessels safely out of these restricted waters, allowing them to continue their business freely and smoothly.'
Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point of US-Iran tensions, with the US seeking assurances from Tehran to end its nuclear program.
The Trump administration hopes to form an international coalition to share information and coordinate diplomatic actions, attempting to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The UK and France are also seeking to lead a multinational mission that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz once a sustained ceasefire is achieved.
Trump stated today that US officials are engaged in 'very positive discussions' with Iran regarding potential steps to end this destabilizing war in the Middle East.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed that US pressure on Iran through military and economic actions has created an 'economic blockade' on its leadership.
On the Israeli side, the Israeli military today issued an urgent warning to residents of 11 towns and villages in southern Lebanon, urging them to evacuate their homes and move at least 1000 meters away to open areas.
The Israeli military stated that it is launching an offensive against the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah after the group violated a ceasefire agreement, warning that anyone near Hezbollah armed personnel or facilities could be affected.
Higher-ranking Iranian officials warned today that Tehran would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz as a violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Iran also announced today that it has received the US response to its latest peace negotiation proposal. Al Jazeera reported that Iran's plan is divided into three main phases, aiming to transition from a ceasefire to ending the war within 30 days.
According to Iranian state media, the US has conveyed its response to Iran's 14-point proposal via Pakistan, and Tehran is currently reviewing it.
Iranian media reported that Tehran's 14-point proposal includes the withdrawal of US forces from surrounding areas, lifting blockades, unfreezing assets, paying reparations, lifting sanctions, cessation of hostilities on all fronts (including Lebanon), and establishing a new control mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera, citing sources, reported that Iran's plan is divided into three main phases, aiming to transition from a ceasefire to ending the war within 30 days.
Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising global energy prices, causing economic concerns worldwide and fueling inflation. Traders warn that within a few weeks, the oil market will be nearing a 'tipping point' that will significantly push up prices.
With Iran blockading the Strait of Hormuz, the two major ports in the Persian Gulf are essentially cut off from the world, and US crude oil exports have surged to record highs.
According to data from shipping tracker Kpler, in April of this year, US oil exports soared to 5.2 million barrels per day, an increase of over 30% compared to 3.9 million barrels per day in February before the war.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that despite disagreements with Trump on the Iran war and the scale of US troops stationed in Germany, Germany would maintain its transatlantic partnership and not abandon cooperation with Trump.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and abandon its nuclear program, emphasizing that Germany aligns with the US position in supporting a negotiated solution.
Meanwhile, Iranian-backed Hezbollah continues to launch drone and rocket attacks against Israeli forces in Lebanon and northern Israel. (Compiler: Liu Wen-yu) 1150504
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(Central News Agency Paris 3rd Comprehensive Foreign News Report) As the United States and Israel's joint attack on Iran entered its 65th day, US President Trump announced today that the 'Freedom Plan' will officially launch tomorrow morning, May 4th, to free ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.
Here's the latest on the Middle East War, compiled by Agence France-Presse.
The US military stated that the US Central Command will begin supporting Trump's proposed Freedom Plan to 'restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.'
According to the statement, the US military will deploy missile destroyers, over 100 land-based and sea-based aircraft, and approximately 15,000 service members for this mission.
Trump described the Freedom Plan as a 'humanitarian effort' aimed at assisting nations that have remained neutral in the US and Israeli war against Iran.
Trump wrote in a post: 'For the benefit of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have informed these countries that we will guide their vessels safely out of these restricted waters, allowing them to continue their business freely and smoothly.'
Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point of US-Iran tensions, with the US seeking assurances from Tehran to end its nuclear program.
The Trump administration hopes to form an international coalition to share information and coordinate diplomatic actions, attempting to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The UK and France are also seeking to lead a multinational mission that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz once a sustained ceasefire is achieved.
Trump stated today that US officials are engaged in 'very positive discussions' with Iran regarding potential steps to end this destabilizing war in the Middle East.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed that US pressure on Iran through military and economic actions has created an 'economic blockade' on its leadership.
On the Israeli side, the Israeli military today issued an urgent warning to residents of 11 towns and villages in southern Lebanon, urging them to evacuate their homes and move at least 1000 meters away to open areas.
The Israeli military stated that it is launching an offensive against the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah after the group violated a ceasefire agreement, warning that anyone near Hezbollah armed personnel or facilities could be affected.
Higher-ranking Iranian officials warned today that Tehran would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz as a violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Iran also announced today that it has received the US response to its latest peace negotiation proposal. Al Jazeera reported that Iran's plan is divided into three main phases, aiming to transition from a ceasefire to ending the war within 30 days.
According to Iranian state media, the US has conveyed its response to Iran's 14-point proposal via Pakistan, and Tehran is currently reviewing it.
Iranian media reported that Tehran's 14-point proposal includes the withdrawal of US forces from surrounding areas, lifting blockades, unfreezing assets, paying reparations, lifting sanctions, cessation of hostilities on all fronts (including Lebanon), and establishing a new control mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera, citing sources, reported that Iran's plan is divided into three main phases, aiming to transition from a ceasefire to ending the war within 30 days.
Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising global energy prices, causing economic concerns worldwide and fueling inflation. Traders warn that within a few weeks, the oil market will be nearing a 'tipping point' that will significantly push up prices.
With Iran blockading the Strait of Hormuz, the two major ports in the Persian Gulf are essentially cut off from the world, and US crude oil exports have surged to record highs.
According to data from shipping tracker Kpler, in April of this year, US oil exports soared to 5.2 million barrels per day, an increase of over 30% compared to 3.9 million barrels per day in February before the war.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that despite disagreements with Trump on the Iran war and the scale of US troops stationed in Germany, Germany would maintain its transatlantic partnership and not abandon cooperation with Trump.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and abandon its nuclear program, emphasizing that Germany aligns with the US position in supporting a negotiated solution.
Meanwhile, Iranian-backed Hezbollah continues to launch drone and rocket attacks against Israeli forces in Lebanon and northern Israel. (Compiler: Liu Wen-yu) 1150504
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