Strait of Hormuz reopening delayed until Friday for mine removal
Defense officials revised the timeline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz after an initial statement that the waterway would open immediately once a deal is signed. The change cites the need for additional time to clear mines.
livemint.comDefense officials revised the timeline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz after an initial statement that the waterway would open immediately once a deal is signed. The Secretary of Defense initially stated that the waterway would reopen "immediately" after a deal was signed, only to clarify his comment moments later.
Revised schedule Trump later added that the Strait of Hormuz would reopen on Friday, when the deal will be signed, and suggested more time was needed to remove mines in the narrow waterway. The clarification came after the earlier assertion that reopening would occur right after signing.
Operational details Officials said the delay stems from mine-clearance requirements in the confined passage. No additional timeline or operational steps beyond the Friday target were provided in the statements.
