在与伊朗的紧张局势升级之际，英国加强在海湾的军事存在

As the US vice-president, JD Vance has been dispatched to negotiate a peace deal with Iran. But with Iran feeling empowered and the US lacking leverage, Vance faces an uphill challenge.

US officials claim Iran is unable to effectively mine the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil chokepoint. The news raises concerns over potential conflicts in the strategic Middle Eastern waterway.