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NPR News: 05-04-2026 5AM EDT

May 4, 2026·4 min·5-min readnews briefnews
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Iran warns U.S. Navy from entering Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing ceasefire.

U.S. Central Command launches Project Freedom to ensure safe passage of commercial ships with 15,000 troops and guided missile destroyers.

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon kill dozens despite ceasefire with Hezbol

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