US says two naval ships ‘transited’ Strait of Hormuz for mine-clearing

The US military command CENTCOM stated that two destroyers, USS Frank E Peterson and USS Michael Murphy, transited the Strait of Hormuz as part of a mission to ensure the waterway is clear of mines. Iran swiftly denied this claim, asserting that control of the strait lies with its armed forces. US Admiral Brad Cooper hailed the naval presence as a turning point in the US-Israeli war against Iran, which began on February 28.