U.S. Interior Secretary Clarifies Trump's Order on Maritime Mines

U.S. Interior Secretary Burgum stated that President Trump's directive to take action against vessels laying mines does not constitute an escalation. According to NS3.AI, Iran has reportedly prepared response plans for various scenarios, which it describes as proportional response and offensive deterrence. These scenarios include potential strikes on regional energy infrastructure and possible actions against the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Strait of Hormuz, contingent on the continuation or escalation of a maritime blockade.