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Sign InU.S. President Donald Trump has officially called off 'Project Freedom' to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, just three days after its launch. The suspension stems from the refusal of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to grant access to their airbases and airspace for the mission's operations. Direct diplomatic interventions between Trump and the Saudi Crown Prince reportedly failed to secure the military cooperation necessary to sustain the initiative. This sudden reversal has left maritime operators scrambling for alternative security measures in the critical chokepoint. Analysts are closely monitoring the impact of this diplomatic rift on global energy supply stability and shipping insurance premiums. The market remains on high alert as the withdrawal of U.S. naval protection creates a significant security vacuum in one of the world's most vital oil corridors.