So far, as a proof of concept and as a proof of function, two US Flagged merchant ships have successfully transferred the Strait of Hormuz in the first stages of this project and they're now safely on their way. The US Military is deploying the necessary assets to extend this defensive umbrella over commercial shipping. But there should be no mistake, and as I said, this already, this is a defensive operation. I want to reiterate that point. This is important to understand. (16:31–16:38)
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Asserts U.S. military actions to protect commercial shipping.
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