US and Iran Tensions Escalate as Ceasefire Faces Challenges in the Strait of Hormuz

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:45:00 +0200

Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply increased in the Strait of Hormuz after both nations tested the fragile ceasefire established in early April. The escalation began when President Donald Trump announced 'Project Freedom,' a U.S. initiative to guide commercial ships safely through the strategic waterway. Iran warned that any foreign military presence in the Strait would be attacked. In the following 24 hours, Iran reportedly launched cruise missiles, drones, and small boats targeting U.S. Navy vessels and commercial shipping. The U.S. military destroyed several of these vessels and successfully facilitated the transit of two American-flagged merchant ships, though Iran disputed these claims. The conflict also affected neighboring countries, with the UAE reporting missile and drone attacks, causing injuries and fires in oil facilities, while Oman reported attacks on residential buildings. Meanwhile, Iran proposed a 14-point peace plan, seeking a resolution within 3