Could Iran’s Mines ‘Sink’ the U.S. Navy in a War? In the event of war with Iran, the U.S. Navy’s small, aging force of Persian Gulf-based minesweepers would struggle Kris Osborn · August 8, 2019 Please leave this field emptyStay Updated with Warrior Maven Subscribe for daily military news and updates delivered straight to your inbox. We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription.