Pentagon Warns Clearing Iranian Mines in Strait of Hormuz Could Take Six Months, Impacting Global Oil Prices
The Pentagon has informed Congress that clearing sea mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz could take up to six months, with operations unlikely to commence until the ongoing conflict ends. This information was shared during a classified briefing to the House Armed Services Committee. The mines, which disrupt a critical global oil route, have raised concerns about prolonged high energy prices. Lawmakers expressed frustration, fearing that oil and gasoline prices may remain elevated even after a potential agreement is reached. The mines, some of which were deployed using GPS-based technology, pose a significant challenge to detection and removal efforts. Despite U.S. and Israeli military actions targeting the deployment of these mines, the strategic waterway remains compromised. 
