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Posted on 05/03/2026 2:43:29 PM PDT by DFG
Countries from all over the World, almost all of which are not involved in the Middle Eastern dispute going on so visibly, and violently, for all to see, have asked the United States if we could help free up their Ships, which are locked up in the Strait of Hormuz, on something which they have absolutely nothing to do with — They are merely neutral and innocent bystanders! For the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have told these Countries that we will guide their Ships safely out of these restricted Waterways, so that they can freely and ably get on with their business. Again, these are Ships from areas of the World that are not in any way involved with that which is currently taking place in the Middle East. I have told my Representatives to inform them that we will use best efforts to get their Ships and Crews safely out of the Strait. In all cases, they said they will not be returning until the area becomes safe for navigation, and everything else. This process, Project Freedom, will begin Monday morning, Middle East time. I am fully aware that my Representatives are having very positive discussions with the Country of Iran, and that these discussions could lead to something very positive for all. The Ship movement is merely meant to free up people, companies, and Countries that have done absolutely nothing wrong — They are victims of circumstance. This is a Humanitarian gesture on behalf of the United States, Middle Eastern Countries but, in particular, the Country of Iran. Many of these Ships are running low on food, and everything else necessary for largescale crews to stay on board in a healthy and sanitary manner. I think it would go a long way in showing Goodwill on behalf of all of those who have been fighting so strenuously over the last number of months. If, in any way, this Humanitarian process is interfered with, that interference will, unfortunately, have to be dealt with forcefully. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
DONALD J. TRUMP PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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The transit will require dedicated air cover in close proximity.
And likely there will be shore batteries firing anti-ship missiles from the caves along the beach.
I guess that might be why it hasn’t been done yet.
I’m sure the military will handle it with appropriate preparation.
Run large convoys. Destroyers and frigates front and back, sides, A-10s overhead. That’ll clear ‘em out fast. Doubt if there’s one of those smallboat captains who would venture out to confront the ships.
We got supplies to Russia with fewer ships and a longer trip back in the day. Guess we should be able to do this. Put it all on Iran, we’re doing the right thing for these ships from neutral countries. This is your chance to show good faith.
You're forgetting the LCS to clear mines.
“And likely there will be shore batteries firing anti-ship missiles from the caves along the beach.”
The Iranians are firing drones that are launched from civilian trucks. The area near the shore is very developed, probably like Miami. Spotting the drones before they are launched isn’t likely. The drones, on average, are very difficult to detect.
Also, when I was the program manager on a mine hunting project, we were informed the Iranians had an estimated 30,000 mines spread out in many warehouses. A few mines might cost the US Navy billion-dollar ships and lives. I can assure you, the Navy has insufficient mine remediation equipment. The Navy, like the Air Force, tends to invest in sexy, flashy equipment, not dull, hardly ever used mine neutralization devices.
I remember the Gulf War. My brother was on a ship carrying missiles. My father calmed my mom down with his knowledge from WWII “He’s got the best Military in the world protecting him”.
Big day tommorrow
Yes, Hegseth will have thought of everything. First thing, set up the kegger. Then got to have a lot of vodka. All will be well.
Make all of Iran’s southern coast a Boat Free Zone.
Are we good guys, or what?
Projection.
He is always babbling on.
He’s like Humble was, to another level.
This is exit only? Not escort in to the Straits?
Yes, exit only.
“we will use best efforts to get their Ships and Crews safely out of the Strait. In all cases, they said they will not be returning until the area becomes safe for navigation”
Yes, exit only.
“we will use best efforts to get their Ships and Crews safely out of the Strait. In all cases, they said they will not be returning until the area becomes safe for navigation”
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