French, UK, US divers clear Iranian mines in Oman waters, Intelligence Online reports
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Military divers from France, Britain and the United States completed a covert mine-clearing operation in Oman's territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz, French outlet Intelligence Online reported. The mission took place from late July to early August, before the 60-day truce between Washington and Tehran expired. Oman had quietly asked Western allies to secure shipping lanes, the report said.
Key Facts
- French, British and US military divers neutralized underwater mines laid by Iran in Oman's territorial waters, according to Intelligence Online.
- The operation ran from late July to early August, before the 60-day truce between Washington and Tehran expired.
- Oman privately asked Western allies to secure shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Clearing the sea route removed Tehran's ability to block ship passage and demand transit fees.
- Partial resumption of navigation in Omani waters gave the US and Oman additional leverage in negotiations with Iran.
Covert Mine-Clearing Operation
Military divers from France, the United Kingdom and the United States carried out a secret operation to clear underwater mines in Oman's territorial waters in the Strait of Hormuz. The mines had been laid by Iran, according to the French publication Intelligence Online. The mission took place from late July to early August, before the 60-day truce between Washington and Tehran expired. Oman had quietly requested assistance from Western allies to ensure the safety of shipping in the area.
Strategic Impact
The clearance of the sea route deprived Tehran of the ability to block the passage of vessels and demand payment for transit. Partial resumption of navigation in Omani waters strengthened the negotiating positions of the United States and Oman in talks with Iran.
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French, UK, US divers clear Iranian mines in Oman waters, Intelligence Online reports
