Trump: Navy cleared all mines from Strait of Hormuz

President Trump announced Wednesday that the U.S. Navy has removed or detonated all mines within international waters of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil transit chokepoints. In a post, Trump said he had been personally briefed by the Navy on the operation's completion. He issued a stark warning to Tehran, stating that Iran has been put on notice: any ship or vessel attempting to plant new mines in the strait will be "immediately and systematically destroyed." The announcement signals a hardened U.S. posture in the region and underscores the administration's commitment to keeping vital shipping lanes open despite ongoing tensions with Iran. No further details on the operation's timeline or scope were provided in the post.