CENTCOM chief says Iran's hold on strait has weakened, but threats remain The CENTCOM chief's testimony to senators has shed some light on the ongoing campaign against Iran, but a closer look reveals that the situation is more complex than initially meets the eye.
Admiral Brad Cooper claims that Operation Epic Fury has significantly degraded Iran's military capabilities, specifically citing the destruction of over 90% of its naval mine inventory.
However, this narrative overlooks the fact that even with a weakened hold on the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran still maintains sufficient capacity to threaten maritime traffic.