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Donald Trump announces clearance of mines in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the United States Navy has confirmed all naval mines have been removed or neutralized from the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump issued a stern warning to Tehran, stating that a policy of ‘zero tolerance’ is in effect. He declared that any vessel attempting to deploy new mines will face immediate and systematic military destruction. To ensure security, the U.S. Space Force is being utilized to monitor every inch of the Strait.

In addition to maritime security, the administration is reportedly planning further economic measures against Iran. These efforts aim to target the Iranian economy by restricting oil revenues and disrupting support networks that sustain the nation's financial stability.

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Donald Trump · Iran · Strait of Hormuz · United States Navy · United States Space Force