In his recent statements, regional security expert, Major General Mohammed Abdul Wahid, emphasized that Iran possesses a vast naval arsenal, including between 5,000 to 6,000 advanced sea mines, coastal artillery, maritime missiles, unmanned submarines, and explosive boats. These mines activate based on various stimuli, such as the sound of ship engines, light, and solar energy. Notably, a mine explosion underwater can have five times the impact of an above-surface explosion, potentially causing severe damage, including detonating entire ammunition rooms.

The complexity of the situation increases when it comes to removing these mines, as the process solely relies on acoustic waves because radar and other radiation cannot penetrate water due to salinity and temperature gradients. Additionally, the generation of false signals from shipwrecks, schools of fish, or metals on the seafloor complicates distinguishing between a real mine and a false trace, making it nearly impossible in a wartime context.

Based on these insights, Abdul Wahid concluded that securing navigation independently by the United States alone is implausible, recalling previous incidents involving casualties. This sentiment reflects ongoing concerns over the implications of Iran's growing naval capabilities in strategic waterways, highlighting the challenges that regional and international naval forces face in ensuring maritime security.