Hegseth: Iran laying more mines in Hormuz

The Institute for the Study of War has corrected its earlier report that US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Iran is laying additional mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Strait of Hormuz

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Friday, 24 April 2026 at 16:45 UTC

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The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has issued a correction regarding its earlier reporting on US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's statements about Iran. ISW stated it inaccurately claimed Hegseth had confirmed Iran is laying additional mines in the Strait of Hormuz during a press briefing. Hegseth's actual statement was more conditional, suggesting "if there's attempts to lay recklessly and..." This correction clarifies the US position on Iran's alleged mine-laying activities in the critical shipping lane.

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4d ago@TheStudyofWar

ISW has issued a formal correction, clarifying that Hegseth's statement was conditional ('if there's attempts...') and not a confirmation of ongoing Iranian mine-laying activity.

4d ago@TheStudyofWar

ISW has clarified that Hegseth's statement was conditional, not a confirmation.

e/eineurope · topic · T-06263cycle Friday, 24 April 2026 at 16:45 UTC · first reported 4d ago