Iran has deployed additional sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz this week, according to an Axios report.
Hegseth reiterates the accusation that Iran's mining activity violates the ceasefire, reinforcing the US position.
Hegseth provided additional context, stating transit is occurring but is 'much more limited than anybody would like to see, and with more risk than people would like to see.'
Hegseth characterized the mining as a reckless and unwise act.
An Axios report provides a new timeline, stating the additional mine deployment occurred earlier this week.
