"Habibi, Come To Iran": Tehran Mocks US With 'Minesweeper' Game Over Hormuz
Iran has released a provocative animated video featuring a Minesweeper game set in the Strait of Hormuz. The video mocks the United States, using the phrase 'Habibi, come to Iran' to taunt American forces in the region.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing psychological and digital warfare between Iran and the U.S. regarding control and navigation of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
"Habibi (Uncle Sam), come to Iran!", the post reads.
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