Iran Says Two Oil Tankers Burn in Strait of Hormuz After Explosions

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Two oil tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after explosions, Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced, saying the vessels violated rules by using unauthorized routes while carrying over four million barrels of oil. The Guard stated the tankers were disabled by a "violent explosion" and are now burning due to their "blind trust" in US military protection. Ship names and flags were not disclosed, and the report could not be independently verified. The incident comes amid heightened US-Iran tensions, including American naval blockades and ongoing negotiations. Iran has previously reported similar tanker fires in the strategic waterway, which is critical for global oil shipments.


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