The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for global oil shipments, is likely delayed due to Iran's inability to locate and remove sea mines it has deployed. A report from The New York Times cites US officials indicating that Iran's limited capabilities in tracking and clearing these mines have impeded compliance with US demands. The Strait has been closed for over a month, causing energy supply concerns for countries, including India. US Vice President JD Vance is currently in Islamabad for peace talks with Iran, where the reopening of the Strait is expected to be a major agenda item. President Donald Trump has emphasized the immediate reopening of the Strait as a critical condition for ending hostilities. The report highlights that Iran's mines were placed without proper documentation, making their removal particularly challenging, even for US military forces, which also lack robust mine-removal capabilities. The situation remains tense as both nations seek a resolution.