U.S. President Donald Trump says all mines have been removed or detonated in international waters of the Strait of Hormuz. In a post on Truth Social, he also warns Iran that any ship or boat placing new mines will be “immediately and systematically destroyed,” adding that U.S. forces are monitoring the waterway “every square inch” through the Space Force.
Multiple outlets report the statement comes as the U.S. increases naval activity and economic pressure linked to its effort to pressure Iran and shape the wider regional posture. Reuters and others describe the announcement as part of an intensified campaign, while regional coverage notes countries that rely on the strait for energy imports are watching for signs that shipping can operate with fewer disruptions.
Some reporting and commentary highlight that the situation remains contested or difficult to verify from outside, citing concerns such as gaps in navigation data (for example, ships turning off transponders) and the broader history of attacks in the area. Other outlets focus on the U.S. surveillance claims and the warning of potential military consequences if mines are laid again, without independently confirming the mine-clearing assertion.
