
U.S. officials say Iran cannot fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping because it has lost track of mines it planted to block the waterway. The New York Times reports the self-inflicted problem hinders navigation amid ongoing hostilities.

U.S. officials say Iran cannot fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping because it has lost track of mines it planted to block the waterway. The New York Times reports the self-inflicted problem hinders navigation amid ongoing hostilities.