Oil Tanker Damaged by Naval Mines Sparks Fire Near Strait of Hormuz

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy announced on Tuesday that an oil tanker suffered damage and caught fire after hitting naval mines in the eastern part of the Strait of Hormuz. The navy stated that the tanker attempted to cross a prohibited and unsafe area after disabling its tracking systems, noting that the incident occurred hours ago. The statement emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to vessels and boats attempting to pass without prior coordination with the Iranian armed forces, stressing the need for proper arrangements to ensure safe passage.