- Trump  announced “Project Freedom” to escort vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz 

Any interference by Iran will be met with force, he added

- Trump: “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”

- President Trump tells reporter “I studied Iran’s new proposal, it is not acceptable to me.”-

- Iran stated that the US responded to its 14-point proposal through Pakistan and that it is examining the response, according to reports from Iranian state media

- UK reports cargo ship attacked by small boats in Strait of Hormuz

- Government offices and institutions in Tehran were placed on heightened alert on Saturday, with many employees instructed to remain on "full alert" amid security concerns, according to a report on Sunday by the Iranian news site Rouydad24, based in Tehran.

- Netanyahu in video message: 

 Our pilots are ready to reach any location in the skies of Iran - if required.

 Regarding drones: A few weeks ago, I ordered the defense establishment of a special project to thwart the drone threat, and a progress report on the matter will be presented to me today. It will take time - but we are on it.

We will develop a groundbreaking aircraft made in Israel. This will be a game-changer

- IDF Spokesperson in Arabic issued an evacuation warning this morning for 11 villages in southern Lebanon

- Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Nikzad: "The law that will be passed regarding the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with the Supreme Leader's directive, will not apply only to Iran's borders. We must also take into account international law and the rights of other countries, but what is clear is that we will not give up the Strait of Hormuz, and it will not return to its pre-war state.”’

- IRGC Intel Organization: Iran issues an ultimatum to the Pentagon regarding the siege, a tone similar to that of China, Russia, and Europe towards Washington, a passive letter from Trump to Congress, and acceptance of Iran's terms. There is only one way to read this: Trump must choose between an 'impossible military operation' or a 'bad deal with Iran'. The scope of the US decisions has narrowed