The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s most critical energy chokepoint—but beneath its waters lies a hidden threat. This analysis explores how mine warfare could challenge the U.S. Navy and disrupt global trade.

Naval power is not just about carriers and missiles—it is about access. Anti-mine warfare remains one of the most overlooked yet decisive elements of maritime strategy, capable of halting even the world’s most powerful navies. This analysis explores how naval mines shape modern warfare and why gaps in mine countermeasures create critical strategic vulnerabilities.