With the war in Iran still unresolved and an energy crisis linked to it battering the global economy, here's a timeline of the key phases of the conflict, from the start of "Operation Epic Fury" to "Project Freedom," intended to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz.

Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, but says it's too soon for direct talks after reporting diplomatic progress.

The United States military halted its recent initiative to help ships stranded in the Persian Gulf navigate safely through the Strait of Hormuz, so those vessels can reach their destinations.

In a surprising climbdown, US president said he was pausing his new initiative to save stranded vessels in the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump said he is pausing "Project Freedom," the U.S. military's bid to guide commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.