Not a single mine of Iran was found in the Strait of Hormuz

 Direct Translation

Stunned! Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. mine-clearing results are unexpected

—Iran's blockade was exposed on the spot; not a single mine was found in the Strait

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor : Zhongkang / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0422/2375035.html

According to CBS, Tasnim News Agency, linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, claimed that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely closed again," demanding the U.S. lift its maritime blockade as a condition, clearly indicating a strong political negotiation element.

However, the reality is quite different. Shipping data shows that while the number of ships passing through the strait has decreased significantly, it is not truly "completely closed." Although three attacks have occurred in the past four days, coupled with claims of "potential mines" at sea, merchant ships have indeed been on high alert, but no actual mine strikes or explosions have occurred.

More importantly, the U.S. military has deployed unmanned vehicles to conduct mine-clearing operations in an attempt to restore safety to the waterway. However, a former US explosive ordnance disposal expert clearly stated that not a single mine has been found so far, and no ships have struck any mines.

This directly undermines the credibility of Iran's previously high-profile claims of "massive mine-laying."

Meanwhile, global shipping giant Maersk still issued a warning, advising ships to temporarily avoid the area. What the market truly fears is not the actual threat, but the uncertainty of its very existence.

Aboluowang's Wang Duran comments that Iran's actions are essentially psychological warfare.

By amplifying claims of mine laying and blockade, they are creating panic and bargaining chips, attempting to influence shipping and oil prices without taking any concrete action.

Wang Duran summarizes it in one sentence: Creating fear before seeing any mines is the cheapest and most effective form of blockade.