The U.S.-Iran ceasefire from April 8 is holding but fragile. On Monday, Iran fired missiles and drones at the UAE, hitting an oil facility in Fujairah and setting 2 cargo ships ablaze.
*Strait of Hormuz flashpoint:* The U.S. launched “Project Freedom” to escort ships through the strait after Iran’s blockade choked 20% of global oil/gas. U.S. forces sank 6 Iranian boats Monday.
*What’s next:* Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Dan Caine hold a news conference Tuesday. Iran says any U.S. interference violates the ceasefire. 2782b455
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