'Project Freedom': U.S. military to free blockaded commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz May 03, 2026 · Mike Glenn · washingtontimes.com read more » The Navy will deploy guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 land- and sea-based combat aircraft, and several sea and air drones to guide international commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Central Command officials said Sunday. Read more »