Conflict● ElevatedAug 31 · Aug 31, 2026, 1:00 PM
Can Iran use rockets to mine the Strait of Hormuz, as US claims?
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Al Jazeera [en] · Middle East
Analysts say it's implausible but Iran is well-versed in adapting conventional weapons to suit its needs.
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