U.S. officials said the campaign has destroyed most of Iran’s ability to produce nuclear fuel, and President Trump said forces also struck sea mine targets tied to Iranian threats in the Strait of Hormuz. This afternoon, Trump responded to reports that the Iranians are placing mines in the critical oil route, writing on TRUTH Social: "If for any reason mines were placed and they were not removed, the military consequences to Iran will be at a level never seen before." And an Iranian military spokesperson told Iranian media the country, -- quote -- "will not allow the export of a single liter of oil from the region."
Author: Stephanie Sy, Kayan Taraporevala
Published at: 2026-03-10 22:55:32
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