The U.S. Navy has begun clearing sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, but experts warn the operation could take a long time.

According to The Guardian, the process is complicated by the fact that even Iran may not know the exact locations of all deployed mines.

The mines include advanced influence mines that detonate using magnetic and acoustic sensors, rather than direct contact.

Iran is believed to possess systems such as the “Maham-3” and “Maham-7,” designed for different depths and capable of evading detection.

Uncertainty over the number and placement of mines, combined with the risk of additional deployments, makes the operation highly challenging.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retains much of its mine-laying capability, raising concerns about further escalation.

U.S. forces also face potential attacks while conducting mine-clearing operations in the narrow but heavily mined waters.

To reduce risk, the military is considering unmanned systems such as underwater drones and airborne mine neutralization tools.

However, these systems still require nearby ships or aircraft for control, leaving them exposed.

Legal complexities further complicate the situation, as both the U.S. and Iran have not ratified key provisions under United Nations maritime law.

Analysts say clearing the strait will be slow and dangerous, delaying the full restoration of safe maritime traffic.

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