Oil tanker explodes after hitting naval mine in Strait of Hormuz, IRGC-linked media claims - report

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An oil tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after striking a naval mine, according to Iran's IRGC-linked Tasnim news agency. The tanker reportedly hit the mine after deviating from Iran's designated shipping route in the strategic waterway, though no official statement from Iranian authorities has been issued.

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There was no immediate official statement from Iranian authorities regarding the incident.

Oil tanker explodes after hitting naval mine in Strait of Hormuz, IRGC-linked media claims - report

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