US military says it will conduct military operations near the Strait of Hormuz

Odaily Odaily News On May 29, local time, the U.S. Central Command warned that it would conduct military operations near the Strait of Hormuz and, in self-defense, strike vessels involved in or supporting the laying of naval mines. The U.S. Central Command, through the Combined Maritime Information Center, issued a notice stating that Iran continues to attempt to hinder mine-clearing operations and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, and any vessel found to be involved in mine-laying activities could become a target for U.S. forces. Meanwhile, the U.S. military stated that it is still enforcing maritime blockade measures against Iran. As of May 29, it has forced 115 commercial vessels to change course.