Politics

Trump Orders Sinking of Iranian Vessels in Hormuz Mine-Laying Operation

Trump ordered the U.S. Navy on April 23 to sink Iranian vessels laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, asserting complete U.S. control of the waterway.

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