U.S. Army Confirms Passage Of Warships In The Strait Of Hormuz

• 12.04.2026, 9:10

And announced the transfer of new forces.

The US Army has confirmed information about the passage of US warships in the Strait of Hormuz, as media reported on Saturday.

As reported by Central Command, the destroyers USS Frank E. Peterson and USS Michael Murphy armed with guided missiles took part in the passage through the strait.

The report said the ships' maneuvers are part of a larger mission to completely clear the strait of mines planted by the Iranian military.

The command noted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz to international trade and economic prosperity and announced the deployment of additional forces to the region.

In particular, drones will join the clearance operation.