Iranian Oil Tankers Struck by Mines in Strait of Hormuz

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Two oil tankers have struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iran's state news agency Irna, with fires reported on board the vessels. Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated the ships violated regulations and used unauthorized routes, hitting mines in different parts of the strait. The extent of the fires remains unclear. Since the Iran war began in late February, Tehran has sharply restricted traffic through the strait, while the US has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports. Iran has made several claims this week about tankers hitting mines.


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