Trump shelved ‘Project Freedom’ after Saudis refused use of bases and airspace

The US plan 'Project Freedom' was shelved after Saudi Arabia refused to allow the use of its bases and airspace for a military escort operation in the Strait of Hormuz. The refusal came days after the plan was launched, with Riyadh denying access to its Prince Sultan airbase. This decision led to Donald Trump's cancellation of the project.