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Clearing mines from Strait of Hormuz could take weeks, sources say

Operation could take 40 to 50 days before insurance, shipping or oil companies are confident enough to sail through Grouped from 3 articles across 3 sources.

3 reports3 sourcesJun 15, 2026, 11:46 AM
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The Globe and MailJun 15, 2026, 11:46 AM

Clearing mines from Strait of Hormuz could take weeks, sources say

Operation could take 40 to 50 days before insurance, shipping or oil companies are confident enough to sail through

The Straits TimesJun 15, 2026, 10:49 AM

Scouring the Strait of Hormuz for mines could take weeks

LONDON, June 15 - Ensuring the Strait of Hormuz is safe from mines could delay a return to normal shipping traffic by weeks following a deal to reopen the waterway, shipping and maritime security sources say.

DWJun 15, 2026, 10:24 AM

Mines in the Strait of Hormuz: How dangerous are they?

There are still mines in the Straight of Hormuz, delaying the opening for commercial shipping. How dangerous are naval mines, and what can be done to clear them?

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