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Secretary of State Rubio: U.S. Offensive in Iran is 'Over' as 'Project Freedom' Shifts Focus to Strait of Hormuz Blockade
May 06, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a major U.S. military initiative, dubbed "Project Freedom," during a May 5, 2026, news briefing, revealing that President Trump has ordered the military to escort thousands of stranded civilian sailors to safety through the Iranian-blockaded Strait of Hormuz.

-- Marlyn T. Vitin, Targeted News Service

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Here is the transcript of the news briefing:

SECRETARY RUBIO: Hello. . . .

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