Iran Mines Strait of Hormuz: Pentagon Warns Clearing Could Take 6 Months

Iran Mines Strait of Hormuz: Pentagon Warns Clearing Could Take 6 Months

The Hormuz mines crisis is one of the most dangerous developments of the 2026 US-Iran conflict. Iran deployed Hormuz mines using GPS-guided systems and small IRGC boats, creating a deadly threat to global shipping. The Pentagon warned Congress that clearing Hormuz mines could take up to six months — even after the war ends. This … Read more

What Is the Strait of Hormuz? Why It Controls 20% of Global Oil Supply

Strait of Hormuz satellite map showing shipping lanes and oil chokepoint between Iran and Oman

What Is the Strait of Hormuz? Why It Controls 20% of Global Oil Supply Published: April 18, 2026 Updated: April 18, 2026 By War Intel Hub 8 min read The Strait of Hormuz is the most important oil chokepoint in the world. This narrow waterway between Iran and Oman connects the Persian Gulf to the … Read more