In fact, six ships tried to run the blockade out of Iranian ports as Project Freedom commenced, and they were all turned around. This is more than strategy. It's also humanitarian. By breaking Iran's illegal stranglehold, we're protecting the lives and livelihoods of sailors from dozens of countries. securing global energy routes, and preventing shortages that hit the world's poorest people the hardest. Once again, America is using its strength and to lift up others. (50:08–50:15)
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Asserts that U.S. actions are protecting international sailors from Iranian control.
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