How Iran still controls the Strait of Hormuz despite a depleted navy
Indian Express·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
After failed peace talks, Iran said it will continue restricting ship passage through the Strait of Hormuz until reaching a US agreement. The US claims to have sunk over 155 Iranian ships and 90% of Iran's conventional fleet. Despite naval devastation, Iran controls the waterway through naval mines and asymmetrical warfare tactics including fast-attack boats and shore-based missiles.
Key Entities
IranUnited StatesStrait of HormuzUS NavyIslamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN)Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)Admiral Brad CooperGeneral Dan CainePentagonCentcom