Iran FLEXES ‘Full Control’ Over Hormuz, Blocks Foreign Navies From Mine Clearance Operation

Iran has declared that it alone will carry out all mine clearance operations in the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting any foreign military participation. Iranian officials say no foreign navy will be permitted to assist in clearing naval mines from the strategic waterway, despite inte ational discussions about potential multinational efforts. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf following recent conflict and has renewed conce s over global shipping, oil supplies, and maritime security. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints, making every development closely watched by gove ments and global markets.