Fires break out on three tankers after mine blasts in Strait of Hormuz

On Saturday, three oil tankers caught fire after reportedly colliding with sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state media. The Iranian navy confirmed the incident, stating that two tankers were attempting to navigate through a restricted route when they struck mines, resulting in explosions and subsequent fires.

The IRNA news agency reported that the Revolutionary Guard Navy was involved in the evening incident. However, Reuters has not independently verified the report. Iran enforces restrictions on ships passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and has launched attacks on vessels it perceives as violating these rules, as part of its efforts to maintain control over the waterway and increase pressure on the United States.