Oil tankers catch fire near Strait of Hormuz
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The IRGC reported that two oil tankers caught fire after attempting to navigate a mined route south of the Strait of Hormuz, allegedly misled by US intelligence. The Strait is now deemed highly unsafe and closed to shipments of oil, natural gas, and chemical fertilizers due to ongoing tensions with the US military.
• Both vessels exploded, leading to extensive fires.
• The IRGC warns commercial vessels to avoid the area.
This incident may heighten concerns over oil supply disruptions in the region.
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