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Wednesday briefing: How Trump’s attempt to reopen to strait of Hormuz brought war closer again

ports would remain in place. For today’s First Edition, I spoke with ***Julian Borger***, the Guardian’s senior international correspondent, about Trump’s strategy and the likelihood of a return to war. But first

Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz. And, VA voters approve redistricting effort

significant threats**, Trump's actions have made it clear that he is very interested in ending the war, NPR's Franco Ordoñez tells *Up First*. The president said the U.S. military will maintain its presence

European countries emerge as NATO leaders as U.S. role recedes

blockade of Iranian ports but does have a minesweeping capability that is "focused ... on getting the strait fully open." [France is sending](https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20260506-french-aircraft-carrier-pre-positions-for-possible-hormuz-mission) the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle