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Trump ORDERS U.S Navy To Remove Iran-Laid Mines In Hormuz; Special Mine-Clearing Ships Dispatched

Trump ORDERS U.S Navy To Remove Iran-Laid Mines In Hormuz; Special Mine-Clearing Ships Dispatched

The world’s most vital oil artery is now a hidden battlefield beneath the waves. As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Navy has launched a high-risk mission to detect and clear suspected Iranian sea mines. Using advanced unmanned underwater vehicles like Knifefish and Kingfish, forces are scanning the seabed to neutralize threats without risking sailors. The operation is slow and dangerous—but critical. Nearly 20% of global oil flows through this corridor, and its safety could determine whether global shipping continues or stalls.

Video Published On: Sunday, Apr 19, 2026, 09:53 [IST]
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