US 'clears' Strait of Hormuz mines for shipping escorts
🔴 Tension RisingThe National2026-05-06
The US is working to mitigate risks in the Strait of Hormuz by clearing mines and ensuring safe ship passage. However, due to Iranian threats and the US’s limited military capabilities, safe transit remains uncertain. The current situation is tense, and the US must decide whether to continue Project Freedom with the protection of VLCCs.