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The next oil scare in the Strait of Hormuz: Mines
Potential mining of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran is emerging as the next scare to the oil market as President Donald Trump threatens fresh consequences for Tehran. In a post on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump said he wants any mines placed into the…
US military 'completely destroy' 16 Iranian mine-laying ships
American forces have destroyed 16 Iranian minelaying vessels close to a major sea passage used to export oil. The White House had earlier warned Iran will be hit 'at a level never seen before' if they place mines on the Strait of Hormuz amid…
Mining Inspectorate Recommends Mining Lease Approval for Leading Edge Materials' Norra Karr Heavy Rare Earth Elements Project- Submits to the Swedish Government for a Final Decision
MINING INSPECTORATE RECOMMENDS MINING LEASE APPROVAL FOR LEADING EDGE MATERIALS' NORRA KÄRR HEAVY RARE EARTH ELEMENTS PROJECT - SUBMITS TO THE SWEDISH GOVERNMENT FOR A FINAL DECISION Vancouver, March 10, 2026 – Leading Edge Materials…
US forces attack small boats they say are used by Iran to mine the Strait of Hormuz
The US said on Tuesday that it struck multiple Iranian naval vessels, including 16 ships used to lay mines, near the Strait of Hormuz — a waterway responsible for roughly a fifth of the world's crude oil trade. US Central Command posted…
US attacks Iran's mine-laying boats in strait of Hormuz as tensions rise over oil
The US military said it attacked and destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the strait of Hormuz amid reports that Iran has begun laying explosive devices in the strategically vital waterway. Citing intelligence sources, CNN on Tuesday…
Mine fears grow as Iran War stalls tanker traffic in Strait of Hormuz
Fears that naval mines could be used in the Strait of Hormuz moved to the forefront Tuesday as President Donald Trump said the U.S. military destroyed 10 inactive Iranian mine-laying vessels and warned Tehran of severe consequences if explosives…
Hormuz Escort Confusion, US Destroys Mine Boats, More
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US destroys Iranian mine-laying vessels
The US military 'eliminated' 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, the US Central Command said in a statement, as President Donald Trump warned that any mines laid in the Strait by Iran must be removed immediately.
Iran may be planning to deploy mines in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. sources say
Iran may be getting ready to deploy naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz in an effort to further disrupt the key shipping lane, U.S. officials told CBS News. Matt Gutman has the latest.
Is Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM) One of the Best Mineral Stocks to Invest In?
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (NYSE: AEM) ranks among the best mineral stocks to invest in. On March 5, Erste Group elevated Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (NYSE:AEM) to Buy from Hold, noting rising gold demand and prices as significant factors supporting…
Trump says US destroyed 10 'inactive' Iranian mine-laying vessels
“I am pleased to report that within the last few hours, we have hit, and completely destroyed, 10 inactive mine laying boats and/or ships, with more to follow,” Trump said in a Truth Social post. Prior to the destruction of Iranian…
Inside the mining lobby attack on key EU water law
The EU's flagship water law is under threat amid a concerted lobbying blitz from the mining industry. Interested in journalism or social media? EUobserver is looking for interns. Deadline: 15th of March. New analysis by DeSmog reveals sector…
First Mining Closes Sale of Cameron Gold Project to Seva Mining
VANCOUVER, BC, March 10, 2026 /CNW/ - First Mining Gold Corp. ('First Mining' or the 'Company') (TSX: FF) (OTCQX: FFMGF) (FRANKFURT: FMG) is pleased to announce that it has closed its previously announced sale of the Cameron Gold Project ('Cameron…
Denison Mine: Q4 Earnings Snapshot
TORONTO (AP) — TORONTO (AP) — Denison Mine Corp. (DNN) on Tuesday reported a loss of $36.8 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the Toronto-based company said it had a loss of 4 cents. Losses, adjusted for…
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Iran lays mines in Strait of Hormuz sparking furious response by Trump
President Donald Trump has warned of grave consequences for Iran amid reports that they've begun laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports emerged Tuesday suggesting Iran had laid “a few dozen” mines in the crucial energy…
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