Strait of Hormuz Mine Clearing

The U.S. Navy has initiated critical de-mining operations in the Strait of Hormuz, deploying the USS Frank Petersen Jr. and USS Spruance to secure the vital waterway.

This move comes as U.S. officials claim Iran has been unable to locate mines it laid 'haphazardly' during the early stages of the conflict.

While the Iranian military has denied that any American warships have entered the strait, satellite data indicates a slight increase in commercial traffic following the U.S. announcement.

The success of these operations is seen as essential to stabilizing global energy prices and ensuring the durability of the current ceasefire.