Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth takes questions Tuesday during a press briefing at the Pentagon. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) | | | | | | |  What to know President Donald Trump paused the U.S. military operation to clear the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels, citing requests from Pakistan and others. The mission, dubbed “Project Freedom,” aimed to protect ships amid tensions with Iran. Despite a ceasefire, Iran has attacked vessels multiple times. Trump emphasized U.S. military dominance and framed the mission as humanitarian, while diplomatic efforts continue. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |
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