미 “호르무즈 기뢰 제거”…이란 “선전용 거짓말”

The United States has removed mines from a key shipping lane in the Hormuz Strait, according to the Pentagon. This significant move could weaken Iran's primary bargaining chip in the strategic waterway, which has been under pressure from the United States. However, just hours later, Iranian and Omani officials jointly announced a plan for a temporary crossing and phased mine removal efforts.

Tensions have since escalated as Iran denies the United States' claim, labeling it as "propaganda," while warning that U.S. warships entering the strait could become targets. The U.S. has also instructed Omani vessels to bypass Iran's territorial waters, only allowing tankers to pass through. Iran insists that both straits must remain open, demanding that the United States first fulfill its obligations under a June memorandum of understanding.