# Iran Weighs Allowing Europe to Clear Mines in Hormuz

https://mins.news/en/video/13776

- Bloomberg Television, 2026-08-05 05:11 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQzJN04SnG0

> Iran is considering letting European countries remove mines from the Strait of Hormuz. The possible move would represent a climbdown and could become part of an agreement aimed at restoring shipping through the waterway. Tehran has repeatedly said it would not permit foreign nations to take part in demining. Diplomats familiar with recent discussions say Iran has nevertheless softened that position in private meetings over the past several weeks.

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