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Iran has reportedly begun laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. The move has significantly disrupted maritime traffic, with data showing transit through the strait has been cut to just 77 ships.
Iran has defended its actions as a right to self-defense, while criticizing what it calls U.S. aggression. The U.S. Pentagon has stated it is not close to reopening the strait, indicating the disruption is ongoing.
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