The Economic Times

What to know about the demining and escort mission that US allies want for the Strait of Hormuz

Allies are proposing a naval mission for the Strait of Hormuz. This mission aims to ensure safe passage for ships and insurers. It involves removing mines and providing military escorts. France and Britain are leading these plans. The mission follows a tentative deal to end the Iran war. It seeks to reopen the vital waterway for oil and gas supplies.