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Iran War Live Updates: Iran Lays Mines in Strait of Hormuz, Triggering U.S. Response - WSJ
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Reports of mines placed in the Strait and strikes on alleged mine‑laying vessels prompted allied naval responses, but tactical strikes do not remove the broader hazard. The Pentagon's classified assessment that full mine clearance could take up to six months and is unlikely until the conflict ends highlights that short‑term military actions may be insufficient to restore sustained, verifiable safe passage.
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