A recent report by Axios, citing US officials, reveals that the vast majority of over 200 mine-like objects detected by the US military in the Strait of Hormuz were not actual mines. Only 11 of the objects were confirmed to be functioning naval mines. This discovery follows concerns raised about potential threats to shipping in the critical waterway. The US military had been investigating the objects following reports of their presence, likely to determine the scope of any potential danger to maritime traffic. The significant discrepancy between the number of objects detected and actual mines suggests a possible attempt to create the illusion of a greater threat. Further investigation is ongoing to determine the origin and purpose of the non-mine objects.