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Ground News·October 23, 2026
Scouring the Strait of Hormuz for mines could take weeks
Mine clearance
Mine-clearance operations are emerging as the main operational constraint. Western maritime sources estimate that removing unexploded hazards could take roughly six to eight weeks.
Insurance delays
That work affects more than the physical ability of ships to pass. Insurers, shipowners and crews are likely to wait for reliable evidence that routes are safe before restoring regular schedules.
What comes next
If the clearance estimate holds, a fully normalized flow would likely be pushed into December or later. Renewed attacks or a breakdown in the agreement could extend the disruption into 2027.