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July 7, 2026       Share:    

Source: https://www.ansa.it/english/news/2026/07/01/dozens-of-mines-in-hormuz-two-months-to-clear-it-says-defence-ministry_91cd349a-090a-445c-b092-f63757ea0024.html

Italian Defense Ministry: Iran Laid Dozens of Mines in the Strait of Hormuz

(ANSA-Italy) "There are dozens of mines in the Strait of Hormuz, which will require a commitment of about two months: these are sophisticated and advanced mines that require capabilities and expertise not available to all countries," said the commander of the Joint Operations Command (COVI), Giovanni Maria Iannucci, on July 1. He added that Italian minesweepers are currently in Djibouti.

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