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The Strait of Hormuz is Full of Mines: Will the U.S. Navy Clear It?

The Warcast
James Foggo and Nicole Wiley
April 17, 2026

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Episode Notes:

Adm. (ret.) James Foggo sat down with Nicole to explain the logistics behind U.S. Central Command's recent announcement that the Navy would begin setting the conditions for mine clearance operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The two discuss a variety of crucial questions about current countermine capabilities, the benefits and risks of a mine sweep operation in the Strait, and more.

Image: Petty Officer 2nd Class Christian Kibler via DVIDS