Britain to lead multinational mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePreparations are underway for a multinational mission led by Britain and France to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, deploying a warship (HMS Dragon), Typhoon jets, mine-hunting equipment, and counter-drone systems. The mission aims to clear mines, protect merchant vessels, and secure the vital waterway, which was blockaded by Iran in March following attacks from the US and Israel, leading to soaring energy prices and supply chain disruptions. The operation will only proceed once hostilities have ceased, despite a month-old ceasefire between the US and Iran, who continue to accuse each other of vessel strikes. Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, issued a stern warning that any warship in the Strait of Hormuz would be met with a "decisive and immediate response." Military analyst Ben Barry cautioned that Iran still poses a serious threat with its military capabilities, including drones, cruise missiles, and artillery, necessitating a large international force with significant firepower to deter attacks and ensure the mission's success. In fullInside the UK-led mission to open the Strait of HormuzThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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