The U.S. military has announced the removal of all Iranian sea mines from key shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant operational success. In a statement and video shared online, officials confirmed the completion of this effort, which had previously disrupted international maritime traffic. The clearance follows reports of mining activity in the strategically vital waterway, raising concerns over global trade and security. The development comes as tensions in the region remain high, with the U.S. emphasizing its commitment to maintaining safe passage for commercial vessels.


The U.S. military said Thursday that it has cleared all Iranian sea mines along internationally recognized transit routes in the Strait of Hormuz. In a video posted to the social platform X Thursday evening, U.S. Central Command (Centcom) Commander Adm. Brad Cooper said that “the U.S. military has achieved a major milestone in the Strait...