Iran Uses Naval Mines to Threaten Oil Exports Through Persian Gulf
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Iran has deployed thousands of naval mines as part of a military strategy to potentially blockade the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil exports. The mines pose a significant challenge for detection and removal, giving Iran leverage to disrupt petroleum shipments from the Persian Gulf. The strait serves as a vital maritime route through which a substantial portion of the world's oil supply passes, making any threat to its navigation a concern for global energy markets and international shipping.