Iran deploys more mines in the Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Summary
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Navy has placed more mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. In response, President Donald Trump instructed the U.S. Navy to take aggressive action against Iranian boats laying mines, while the U.S. increases its naval presence and mine-clearing efforts in the area.Key Facts
- Iran’s navy laid more mines in the Strait of Hormuz this week, according to U.S. sources.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage where about 20% of the world’s seaborne oil travels.
- Ship traffic through the strait has dropped from over 100 daily ships to single digits most days.
- This is the second time Iran has placed mines in the strait since the ongoing conflict began.
- President Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to "shoot and kill" any Iranian boats laying mines without hesitation.
- The U.S. has deployed the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush and its strike group to the region, joining two other carriers.
- The U.S. Navy is using underwater drones to clear mines and has increased these operations following Trump’s orders.
- The U.S. Central Command has redirected 33 vessels since starting the naval blockade of Iran.
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