The United States struck over a dozen Iranian ships. These ships were used to lay mines in the water.

Iran threatened to mine the Strait of Hormuz. This is a key oil passage.

The threats have effectively closed the strait. Trump warned Iran that mines would bring military consequences never seen before.

Two cargo ships were also struck in the Persian Gulf on Wednesday. Attacks and counterattacks continued across the Middle East on Wednesday. Some lawmakers in Washington pressed for answers on the war.