Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s Hormuz mission violates ceasefire

Author: Heba Habib, Danai Nesta KupembaPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Iran

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Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s Hormuz mission violates ceasefire

The US Central Command announced its support for Trump's naval mission in the Strait of Hormuz, aimed at restoring freedom of navigation for commercial shipping. Iranian officials warned that any American intervention would be considered a violation of the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Iran's economy is under increasing pressure, with over 23,000 commercial properties damaged and up to two million people losing their jobs due to the conflict.

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