A New York Times report reveals that Iran is struggling to locate and clear naval mines it deployed in the Strait of Hormuz, hindering the full restoration of maritime traffic.

US officials describe the March mine-laying effort as "haphazard," noting that many mines have drifted or were poorly recorded, making it difficult to establish secure transit corridors.

The disruption has already spiked global energy prices and remains a critical hurdle just 24 hours before US-Iran peace talks begin in Pakistan. While President Trump expressed optimism following a two-week ceasefire, the "safe routes" identified by Tehran are currently deemed insufficient by US authorities.

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