Iran Accused of Laying Naval Mines in Persian Gulf Amid US Tensions
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News18•29-01-2026, 23:19
Iran Accused of Laying Naval Mines in Persian Gulf Amid US Tensions
- •Iran is reportedly laying deadly naval mines underwater in the Persian Gulf, escalating tensions with the US.
- •This strategy, previously used during the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq War, poses a significant threat to global shipping and oil supply.
- •The Royal Navy experienced Iran's mine-laying capabilities firsthand during the Iran-Iraq War, struggling to clear shipping lanes.
- •The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade route for 20% of the world's natural gas and oil, is particularly at risk.
- •Iran's navy is actively practicing rapid mine-laying, indicating its importance in their military strategy and potential for severe global economic impact.
Why It Matters: Iran's alleged mine-laying in the Persian Gulf threatens global trade and oil supply, raising international alarm.
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