Trump orders shoot-on-sight amid mine threats at Strait of Hormuz
TL;DR
Tensions surge in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump orders the US Navy to fire on any Iranian boats laying mines; U.S. forces continue demining and enforcing a blockade while Iran has threatened to close the chokepoint, potentially disrupting about 20% of global oil flow. The situation could delay reopening the strait for months, contributing to higher oil prices and broader economic disruption, with allied governments weighing practical military options and ongoing diplomacy.
- Live updates: Trump threatens to shoot boats laying mines as tension escalates in Strait of Hormuz CNN
- Clearing Strait of Hormuz of mines could take 6 months, Pentagon tells Congress The Washington Post
- Trump pushes to speed up Iranian minesweeping effort amid uncertain peace talks Politico
- Live updates: Trump orders U.S. military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian boats mining Strait of Hormuz NBC News
- Trump orders U.S. military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz PBS
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