US intelligence has released information that Iran is preparing to mine the Strait of Hormuz with naval mines. This information states that Iran has already begun deploying a small number of mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Although only a few dozen mines have been placed so far, Iran has the capacity to use most of its mine-laying boats and can deploy hundreds of mines if it wishes. CNN and CBS reported on this.
The editorial reports, citing sources, that US President Donald Trump stated on his social media account that the technology and missile capabilities used against drug smugglers will be employed to permanently destroy any boat or ship attempting to mine the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that these actions would receive a swift and brutal response.
In response to a question about several oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz escorted by US Navy ships, Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that this might be possible "perhaps on PlayStation." This statement reflects Iran's stance on its military presence and tensions in the region. Simultaneously, there have been reports of heavy attacks by the US Navy against the port of Bandar-Abbas.
Donald Trump shared on his Truth Social account, "I am proud to report that we have struck 10 Iranian mine-laying ships in the last few hours.".