Trump says Iran effectively defeated as US clears mines in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that Iran is suffering a major defeat, stating its navy, air force, and air defense networks have been effectively neutralized and most of its missile and drone facilities destroyed. He added that the U.S. is currently conducting mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz for the benefit of countries including South Korea, Japan, China, and Germany, and that oil tankers from various nations are now heading to the U.S. to load crude oil.