US-Iran ceasefire in jeopardy: Trump announces military operation

Published on: May 4, 2026 08:08

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The ceasefire between the United States and Iran is becoming increasingly uncertain. While Donald Trump mentioned “positive discussions” between the two countries, he also announced the launch of a military operation starting on Monday, May 4.

While stating that there are “positive discussions” with Iran, Donald Trump announced an upcoming operation in the Strait of Hormuz. “We will do everything to free the ships and crews in the strait. This process, called ‘Project Freedom,’ will begin on Monday morning (May 4),” he wrote on his Truth Social network.

This could be a response to Iran’s provocations. After a final offer, the Revolutionary Guards insisted: their offer is take it or leave it. “Trump must choose between an impossible military operation or a bad deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran,” they communicated on Sunday, May 3. In their 14-point plan, they demand an end to the blockade of ports, the release of frozen Iranian assets, payment of reparations, lifting of sanctions, and an end to the war, including in Lebanon. Currently, there is no mention of nuclear issues, which could be addressed in future negotiations.

On his social network, Donald Trump initially left little hope: “I will study a plan that Iran has sent us, but I cannot imagine that it is acceptable because they have not yet paid a sufficient price for what they have done to humanity and the world for 47 years.” He even considers resuming strikes against Iran. “I certainly won’t tell a journalist, but if they misbehave, if they do something wrong, we’ll see. It’s a possibility that could well arise,” he said to the press.

Alongside the showdown over the Strait of Hormuz, the United States claim that their economic war is paying off. “I can tell you that we are strangling the regime, that they are no longer able to pay their soldiers. This is a real economic blockade,” said Scott Bessent, Secretary of State for the Treasury. According to Iranian state media, post-war reconstruction could cost up to $270 billion, which is three-quarters of their GDP.