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US warships transit Strait of Hormuz in mine clearance operation: Centcom
US Central Command says two guided-missile destroyers have transited the Strait of Hormuz to start clearing Iranian-laid mines, but Tehran denies the crossing and threatens to attack unauthorized vessels. The operation coincides with US-Iran ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Saturday that two American warships have entered the Strait of Hormuz to begin clearing mines laid by Iran, a move that Tehran swiftly denied and threatened to counter. The guided-missile destroyers USS Frank E Peterson and USS Michael Murphy are conducting the operation, according to CENTCOM, which said additional forces including underwater drones could join in the coming days.
"Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce," CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper said in a statement cited by multiple outlets.
The transit — described as the first of its kind since the US-Israeli war on Iran began on February 28 — comes as senior US and Iranian officials hold face-to-face negotiations in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital. The strait, through which roughly a fifth of the world's crude oil passes, has been effectively closed to much of international shipping since the conflict began.
Coverage comparison
Reports of the warship transit initially emerged from Axios, which cited a US official saying several Navy ships crossed the strait without coordination with Iran. The Wall Street Journal later confirmed, citing three US officials, that two guided-missile destroyers transited without incident in what was called a "freedom-of-navigation mission."
Iranian state media denied the reports outright, with a senior military official saying on state television that no US vessels had crossed. Iranian media also warned that any US military ship attempting to cross would be attacked within 30 minutes, and claimed a US vessel turned back after receiving the warning. Axios reporter Barak Ravid disputed that account, citing a senior US official who said Washington received no such threat.
The operation was not coordinated with Tehran, Axios reported, a claim not contradicted by CENTCOM's announcement.
Key claims
Mine clearance mission: CENTCOM said the two destroyers are clearing mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. The strait has been virtually closed to US-linked shipping since the war began, and Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) released a new navigational map on Wednesday directing vessels closer to the Iranian coast, citing the risk of anti-ship mines in the main traffic lane. (Reported by Al Jazeera, Dawn, and others)
Iran denies transit: Tehran denied that any US warship crossed the strait, with a senior military official rejecting the reports on state TV. Iranian media issued threats of attack against unauthorized ships. (Reported by the Jerusalem Post, The Hindu, and DW)
Trump's 'favor' framing: In a Truth Social post, President Donald Trump said the US was "starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to Countries all over the World," including China, Japan, South Korea, France, and Germany. He added that those nations "don't have the Courage or Will to do this work themselves." (Reported by Dawn, TASS, Yonhap, and others)
Mine-laying boats claim: Trump claimed that 28 Iranian mine-laying boats had been sunk. CENTCOM previously confirmed striking 16 such vessels in an initial wave of attacks, but the destruction of the entire fleet has not been independently verified. (Reported by Al Jazeera and TASS)
Negotiations in Islamabad: US and Iranian delegations began face-to-face talks on Saturday, with a source telling DW that discussions have opened on a Lebanon ceasefire. Iran is seeking unfreezing of assets and sanctions relief, while Washington demands nuclear and missile concessions. (Reported by DW and Yonhap)
Perspectives
US position: Washington frames the operation as essential to restoring global commerce and reopening a vital waterway. Admiral Cooper said the goal is to establish a safe passage and share it with the maritime industry. Trump characterized the effort as a favor to allied nations that have not contributed naval assets.
Iranian position: Tehran denies the transit occurred and rejects the premise of US mine-clearance operations, warning that any unauthorized vessel will be attacked. Iranian officials previously said the strait was closed to US, Israeli, and allied ships but open to friendly nations such as Russia, China, and Pakistan.
Expert concerns: Analysts note that mine clearance is slow and risky. The US Navy has faced a "mine gap" after decommissioning its last Avenger-class countermeasure ships and phasing out MH-53E helicopters. Retired Romanian naval officer Alexandru Cristian Hudisteanu told Al Jazeera that mine-countermeasure vessels are "virtually sitting ducks" without protective screening.
Broader context: The transit and negotiations occur against the backdrop of a fragile ceasefire that Israel's strikes on Lebanon have threatened. French President Emmanuel Macron said he urged Iran to restore freedom of navigation, adding that France is ready to contribute to the effort.
This is a developing story. The claims of both the US and Iranian militaries have not been independently verified, and the situation in the strait and at the negotiating table remains fluid.
How each outlet told it
Al Jazeera
Framing: Headline asks what we know about sea mines, focusing on the technical and strategic aspects rather than the immediate news event. — Analytical and expert-driven, with a focus on the science and strategy of mine warfare.
Facts Included:
CENTCOM said warships will conduct operation to clear mines laid by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz.
Statement released on Saturday.
Mission undertaken by guided missile destroyers USS Frank E Peterson and USS Michael Murphy.
Aim to establish a 'safe pathway' for global commerce after Iran's near-closure since war on February 28.
On Wednesday after ceasefire, Iran's IRGC released a map of the strait showing a safe route.
Map directs ships farther north towards Iranian coast, away from traditional route near Oman.
IRGC said all vessels must use new map due to likelihood of anti-ship mines in main traffic zone.
One-fifth of world's oil and LNG shipped through strait before war.
Even a single mine is enough to invalidate insurance and shut down use, per experts.
Naval mines described as most cost-effective weapons; FPRI analysis of costs.
Iran's stockpile estimated at 2,000-6,000 mines, with categories: contact, bottom, 'smart' and rocket.
Contact mines like M-08; bottom mines like Maham-2; smart mines include Chinese EM-52.
Iran has not officially disclosed where mines are placed.
US warships searching for mines suggests Washington doesn't know location.
Washington Institute analysts noted placement likely strategically calculated.
Retired Romanian naval officer Hudisteanu explained mining denial and psychological effect.
In early March, senior IRGC adviser declared strait 'closed' to enemies.
Trump asserted US destroyed 'all' 28 Iranian mine-laying boats; CENTCOM confirmed striking 16 vessels, destruction of entire fleet unverified.
Mine clearance is slow and high risk, involves mine hunting and minesweeping.
US Navy faces a 'mine gap' with retirement of dedicated MCM assets, decommissioning last four Avenger-class ships in September, and MH-53E helicopters phased out in August.
Current strategy relies on small combat ships like USS Canberra, only one available in region.
MCM units are 'virtually sitting ducks' requiring protective screen, per Hudisteanu.
Framing: Headline attributes the transit to Centcom, framing it as a military operation, without mentioning Iran's denial. — Factual and operational, focusing on the military action and official statements.
Facts Included:
Two US Navy warships transited the Strait of Hormuz at the start of an operation to clear mines laid by Iran, per Centcom.
First such transit since the US-Israeli war on Iran began.
Centcom commander Admiral Brad Cooper: 'Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce.'
The warships are USS Frank E Peterson and USS Michael Murphy.
Centcom said additional US forces including underwater drones could join in coming days.
Axios reported the operation was not coordinated with Tehran.
Trump's Truth Social post: 'We're now starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz,' calling it a favor to countries like China, Japan, France that 'don't have the Courage or Will to do this work themselves.'
Trump said Iran is 'LOSING BIG!' while acknowledging mines still pose a threat.
The strait has been virtually blocked since US and Israel started bombing Iran on February 28.
Reopening the strait was ostensibly a condition of the ceasefire put in place earlier this week.
Senior Iranian and American officials held face-to-face negotiations in Islamabad on Saturday.
Trump earlier said empty tankers were headed to the US to purchase oil, without details.
Framing: Headline focuses on the warship transit and ongoing talks, without specifying the nature of the operation. — Comprehensive and explanatory, providing extensive context on the talks and regional situation.
Facts Included:
Centcom said two US warships passed through the Strait of Hormuz to start clearing mines laid by Iran.
Admiral Brad Cooper's quote: 'Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage...'
Iran had earlier reported warning US warships not to enter, threatening attack; US denied receiving warning.
French President Macron said he spoke with Iranian President Pezeshkian, stressing the need for Iran to restore freedom of navigation, France ready to contribute.
US-Iran talks in Islamabad have begun on a Lebanon ceasefire, per a source to DW.
Iran wants assets unfrozen and sanctions lifted.
US is ready to consider sanctions relief but demands Iranian nuclear and missile concessions; wants Strait reopened unconditionally.
Hezbollah supporters protested in Beirut against planned direct talks with Israel.
Israel's attacks on Lebanon focused on Hezbollah; conflict began with Hezbollah rockets in retaliation for killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
US assured Israeli attacks will ease over weekend to pave way for possible ceasefire by Wednesday, per DPA citing Lebanese parliament source.
Trump claimed US warships crossed; Iran denied and warned any US vessel will be attacked.
Iranian delegation in Islamabad lodged a formal complaint and demanded the vessel turn back.
UN agency heads published open letter demanding end to violations of international law; cited civilian deaths, displacements, aid worker casualties.
US and Iran negotiating through Pakistani mediators in two separate tracks, may go trilateral.
Israel surrounded Bint Jbeil, trapping Hezbollah fighters; Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah criticized talks with Israel.
US VP JD Vance met Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif; Vance accompanied by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
US denied reports of unfreezing Iranian assets; Reuters had cited an unnamed source.
Iranian Parliamentary Speaker Qalibaf said 'Our experience in negotiating with the Americans has always been met with failure and broken promises.'
Israel and US attacked Iran twice during talks, in June 2025 and late February this year.
Israel launched heavy bombardment on Wednesday killing over 350 people, hours after truce declared.
Negotiation points include sanctions, Strait of Hormuz, nuclear program; Iran wants to collect transit fees, US wants fully open.
US and Israel insist on ending uranium enrichment; Iran wants to continue.
Framing: Headline focuses on the warship transit and ongoing talks, without specifying the nature of the operation. — Comprehensive and explanatory, providing extensive context on the talks and regional situation.
Facts Included:
Centcom said two US warships passed through the Strait of Hormuz to start clearing mines laid by Iran.
Admiral Brad Cooper's quote about establishing a new passage.
Iran had reported warning US warships not to enter, threatening attack; US denied receiving warning.
Macron spoke with Pezeshkian, stressing need for freedom of navigation.
US-Iran talks in Islamabad began on Lebanon ceasefire, per source to DW.
Iran wants assets unfrozen and sanctions lifted.
US ready to consider sanctions relief but demands nuclear and missile concessions.
Hezbollah supporters protested in Beirut against direct talks with Israel.
Israel's attacks on Lebanon focused on Hezbollah; conflict began with Hezbollah rockets in retaliation for killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
US assured Israeli attacks will ease over weekend for possible ceasefire by Wednesday.
Trump claimed US warships crossed; Iran denied and warned any US vessel will be attacked.
Iranian delegation lodged formal complaint and demanded vessel turn back.
UN agency heads published open letter demanding end to violations; cited civilian deaths, displacements, aid worker casualties.
US and Iran negotiating through Pakistani mediators in two tracks, may go trilateral.
Israel surrounded Bint Jbeil, trapping Hezbollah fighters; Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah criticized talks with Israel.
US VP JD Vance met Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif; Vance accompanied by Witkoff and Kushner.
US denied reports of unfreezing Iranian assets; Reuters had cited unnamed source.
Iranian Parliamentary Speaker Qalibaf said 'Our experience in negotiating with the Americans has always been met with failure and broken promises.'
Israel and US attacked Iran twice during talks, in June 2025 and late February this year.
Israel launched heavy bombardment on Wednesday killing over 350 people, hours after truce declared.
Negotiation points include sanctions, Strait of Hormuz, nuclear program; Iran wants to collect transit fees, US wants fully open.
US and Israel insist on ending uranium enrichment; Iran wants to continue.
Framing: Headline emphasizes Trump's claim and Iran's threat, highlighting the conflict between US assertion and Iranian response. — Conflict-focused, reporting both US and Iranian claims without overt judgment.
Facts Included:
Trump stated on Truth Social: 'We're now starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to Countries all over the World, including China, Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and many others.'
US Navy ships reportedly crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday as US-Iran ceasefire negotiations kicked off in Pakistan.
Iran denied the reports and threatened to attack any unauthorized ships.
Axios, citing a US official, reported several US Navy ships crossed the strait, not coordinated with Iranian Navy, first time since the start of the war.
Wall Street Journal reported three US officials confirmed two US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through without issue in a 'freedom-of-navigation mission.'
A senior Iranian military official denied the crossing on state TV.
Iranian media released a warning that any US military ship will be attacked within 30 minutes if it attempts to cross.
State TV said a US vessel turned back after receiving warning.
Axios reporter Barak Ravid disputed Iranian media claims, stating a senior US official said US had not received any such threats.
Trump asserted Iran is 'losing big,' with US and Israeli strikes decimating Iran's military.
Trump claimed all 28 of Iran's mine dropper boats are lying at the bottom of the sea.
Framing: Headline emphasizes Trump's claim of 'clearing out' the Strait, without mentioning the warship transit or Iranian denial. — Assertive, with a focus on Trump's claims without counterbalancing Iranian statements.
Facts Included:
Trump said on Truth Social that the US is starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to countries including China, Japan, South Korea, France, Germany.
Trump did not explain exactly what steps the US intends to take.
Trump claimed 28 Iranian mine-laying boats had been sunk.
Axios correspondent Barak Ravid quoted US official sources that several US Navy ships had passed through Hormuz on Saturday without coordination with Iran.
On February 28, the US and Israel launched a war against Iran, hitting major Iranian cities including Tehran.
The IRGC retaliated with sweeping attacks on Israel.
US military installations in Bahrain, Jordan, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia were pummeled.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz to ships associated with the US, Israel, and countries that supported aggression.
During the conflict, a number of tankers were attacked for passing without Tehran's permission.
On March 25, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran allowed passage to friendly countries including Russia, India, Iraq, China, Pakistan.
Framing: Headline emphasizes Trump's 'favor' framing, highlighting the criticism of allied nations. — Descriptive, with a focus on Trump's remarks and the diplomatic context.
Facts Included:
Trump said Saturday the US is starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to South Korea, China, Japan and others.
Trump made remarks in a social media post, apparently referring to US efforts to reopen the strait.
Traffic severely disrupted by Iran's missile and drone attacks amid US-Israeli war.
Trump's quote: 'We're now starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to Countries all over the World...'
Trump added: 'Incredibly, they don't have the Courage or Will to do this work themselves.'
Trump has repeatedly expressed frustration over NATO allies, South Korea, Japan not acceding to his request to provide assistance, including sending naval warships.
Trump's remarks came as US and Iran began first round of negotiations in Islamabad, following two-week ceasefire deal earlier this week.
Concerns over ceasefire implementation due to Israel's strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran's restrictions on strait traffic.
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Claim
Confidence
Status
ClaimUS President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the United States is starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to countries including China, Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and many others.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from TASS — Englishthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimTrump said the countries named lack the courage or will to do the work of clearing the strait themselves.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from TASS — Englishthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimTrump claimed that 28 Iranian mine-laying boats had been sunk.
ClaimAxios, citing a US official, reported that several US Navy ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday without coordination with the Iranian Navy, the first such transit since the start of the war.
ConfidenceMedium
StatusMulti-source quoted from Jerusalem Postthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimThe Wall Street Journal reported, citing three US officials, that two US Navy guided-missile destroyers passed through the Strait of Hormuz without issue in a freedom-of-navigation mission.
ClaimIran denied the reported crossing of US vessels and threatened to attack any unauthorized ships in the strait.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Jerusalem Postthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimIranian media released a warning that any US military ship would be attacked within 30 minutes if it attempted to cross the strait, and State TV reported that a US vessel turned back after receiving the warning.
ConfidenceMedium
StatusMulti-source quoted from Jerusalem Postthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimAxios reporter Barak Ravid disputed Iranian media claims that a US ship turned back after the warning, stating that a senior US official told him the US had not received any such threats.
ClaimUS Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Saturday that two US warships transited the Strait of Hormuz to begin clearing mines laid by Iran.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Dawnthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimThe US Navy warships involved were the guided-missile destroyers USS Frank E Peterson and USS Michael Murphy.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Dawnthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimCENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper said: 'Today, we began the process of establishing a new passage and we will share this safe pathway with the maritime industry soon to encourage the free flow of commerce.'
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Dawnthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimCENTCOM said additional US forces including underwater drones could join the mine-clearing effort in coming days.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Dawnthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimThe strait has been virtually blocked by Iran since the United States and Israel started bombing Iran on February 28.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Dawnthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimReopening the Strait of Hormuz was a condition of the ceasefire put in place earlier this week.
ClaimIran had earlier reported warning US warships not to enter the strait, threatening to attack the vessels, and the US denied receiving such a warning.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Deutsche Wellethe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimFrench President Emmanuel Macron said he spoke with Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian and stressed the need for Iran to restore freedom of navigation and security in the Strait of Hormuz, with France ready to contribute.
ClaimWashington is ready to seriously consider sanctions relief but demands Iranian nuclear and missile concessions, and wants the Strait of Hormuz reopened unconditionally.
ClaimIsrael's attacks on Lebanon have focused on Hezbollah positions, and the most recent conflict began when Hezbollah fired rockets into Israel in retaliation for the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran.
ClaimDPA reported, citing a Lebanese parliament source, that the US has assured Israeli attacks will ease over the weekend to pave the way for a possible ceasefire by Wednesday.
ClaimThe heads of several United Nations agencies published an open letter on Saturday calling for an immediate end to all military action that violates international law in the Middle East.
ClaimThe UN agency heads said that in just the last month across the Middle East, thousands of civilians have been killed and injured and hundreds of thousands displaced, and that 14 aid workers have been killed or injured in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, eight in Iran, and five in Lebanon since the beginning of the year.
ClaimUS Vice President JD Vance met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, and Vance was accompanied by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
ClaimThe White House denied reports that the US has agreed to unfreeze Iranian financial assets; Reuters had cited a senior Iranian source saying the unfreezing was directly linked to the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a second source said the US will release $6 billion of Iranian funds from Qatar.
ClaimIranian Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said: 'Our experience in negotiating with the Americans has always been met with failure and broken promises.'
ClaimIsrael and the US have attacked Iran twice during high-level diplomatic talks in the previous ten months, once in June 2025 and again in late February this year.
ClaimIran wants to collect transit fees from ships using the Strait of Hormuz, while the US wants the strait fully opened for international maritime traffic.
ClaimThe US and Israel are insisting on Iran ending its uranium enrichment and curtailing its missile arsenal, while Iran wants to continue its nuclear program and has rejected missile downsizing.
ClaimOn February 28, the United States and Israel launched a war against Iran, hitting major Iranian cities including Tehran.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from TASS — Englishthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimThe Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retaliated with sweeping attacks on Israel, and US military installations in Bahrain, Jordan, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia were also attacked.
ClaimOn March 25, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran had allowed passage through the strait to friendly countries including Russia, India, Iraq, China, and Pakistan.
ClaimIran's IRGC released a map of the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday showing what it said was a safe route, directing ships farther north towards the Iranian coast and away from the traditional route near Oman.
ClaimOne-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies had been shipped through the Strait of Hormuz before the war.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Al Jazeerathe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimEven a single mine is enough to compel operators to assume a wider threat, invalidating insurance and shutting down use of the waterway, according to experts.
ClaimThe US Navy decommissioned its last four Avenger-class mine countermeasures ships in Bahrain in September, and its MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopters were phased out in August.
ClaimThe current US mine countermeasures strategy relies on small combat ships, and only one such vessel, the USS Canberra, is currently available in the region.
ClaimRetired Romanian naval officer Alexandru Cristian Hudisteanu said that while conducting clearance, mine countermeasures vessels are 'virtually sitting ducks' and require a protective screen of destroyers and aircraft.
ClaimTrump asserted that Iran is 'losing big' and that US and Israeli strikes have decimated much of Iran's military, navy, and air force capabilities.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Jerusalem Postthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimTrump said Iran's only remaining threat is that a ship may hit one of its sea mines.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Jerusalem Postthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimTrump said he has repeatedly expressed frustration that NATO allies, South Korea, Japan, and others have not acceded to his request to provide assistance to help secure the strait, including sending naval warships.
ClaimThe US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire deal earlier this week.
ConfidenceHigh
StatusMulti-source quoted from Yonhap News — Englishthe outlets behind this status were not recorded for this claim
ClaimConcerns have emerged over the implementation of the ceasefire deal because of Israel's strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran's restrictions on Strait of Hormuz traffic.
ClaimThe US and Iran are negotiating through Pakistani mediators in two separate tracks, one between Pakistan and the US and another between Pakistan and Iran, and may transition to a trilateral format.
ClaimIsrael's forces have surrounded the town of Bint Jbeil near the Israeli border, trapping dozens of Hezbollah fighters, according to media reports.
ClaimAt least three people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on a residential building in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, according to Lebanon's state agency.