How is Iran keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed and how can the US open it up? (Part 1/2)

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This video takes a look at the issue of protecting the Persian Gulf area and the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks on the commercial shipping. What systems can Iran use on ships going through, and in what way? How successful would each system be? Which might be easier for US to find and neutralize? A second part of the video to come will take a look at defensive options the US might have, like aircraft and ship patrols through the Strait and the Gulf, in order to protect the shipping. 00:00 Intro 01:33 Where are attacks happening? 03:54 Iran’s anti-ship weapons 12:36 Ship targeting 17:06 Conclusion

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