On March 11, 2026, the world's most critical energy lifeline—the Strait of Hormuz—once again teeters on the brink of crisis. According to sources familiar with U.S. intelligence reports, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has begun laying mines in the waterway. Although the scale of the mine-laying is currently limited, this move is interpreted as a key step by Tehran to impose a de facto blockade on the global energy artery amid the backdrop of joint U.S.-Israel military actions. In response, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning, demanding Iran immediately clear the mines or face "unprecedented military consequences."
The Strait of Hormuz accounts for about one-fifth of global oil exports by sea, and any sustained disruption would have profound impacts on global inflation, monetary policy, and risk asset pricing. This article will analyze the event itself, outlining the timeline and data structure, dissecting public opinion from all sides, and projecting various scenario evolutions, including impacts on the crypto market.