[U.S. Military Claims It Will Conduct Military Operations Near the Strait of Hormuz] Golden Finance reported that on May 30, local time May 29, the U.S. Central Command warned that it would conduct military operations near the Strait of Hormuz and strike vessels involved in or supporting the laying of naval mines under the pretext of self-defense. The U.S. Central Command issued a notice through the Joint Maritime Information Center, stating that Iran is still attempting to obstruct mine-clearing operations and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Any vessel found participating in mine-laying activities could become a target for U.S. military strikes. At the same time, the U.S. military stated that it is continuing to enforce maritime blockade measures against Iran. As of May 29, it has forced 115 commercial vessels to change course. (CCTV News)