Naval Mines Could Still Stymie Gulf Shipping After War

The US Navy is deploying a new generation of drone-based countermeasures to detect and clear naval mines. These countermeasures will search the sea floor and surface for mines, particularly those potentially laid by Iran. The effort aims to ensure safe shipping lanes in the Gulf after a potential conflict. The use of drones is expected to enhance the Navy's ability to locate and neutralize mines.

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