Iran Naval Mine Strategy: How $500 Weapons Could Shut Down Global Oil [2026]
Iran's sea mine arsenal could close the Strait of Hormuz in hours. Inside the asymmetric threat that keeps Pentagon planners awake — from Millennium Challenge 2002 to today's IRGC Navy.
Read the full analysis:
https://theboard.world/articles/defense/iran-naval-mine-strategy-hormuz-500-dollar-weapons
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