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Hegseth says there's "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz - CBS News
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. officials have heard Iranian talk of placing new mines but have "no clear evidence" of new mine‑laying; U.S. forces remain focused on Operation Epic Fury. New reporting that mine‑clearing forces are underfunded and underprioritized raises concern that, even if new mine placements are unconfirmed, U.S. capacity to locate and clear mines quickly would be limited if needed. Hegseth’s recent victory‑framed language contrasts with Joint Chiefs Chair Gen. Caine’s warning that the ceasefire is only a pause, underscoring that mine threats could quickly complicate any fragile pause in operations.
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