IRGC reports tanker incidents in Hormuz

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) navy announced on Friday that two supertankers had struck naval mines in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz. The explosions caused fires in the engine rooms of the vessels, which were then immobilized, forcing the evacuation of their crews.

Tankers carried significant oil cargo

According to Iranian authorities, the two vessels were transporting more than 4.5 million barrels of crude oil. Tehran claims the tankers were using a route it considers unauthorized, though these details could not be independently verified.

Iran halts ship passage near Hormuz

Iranian state media reported that authorities had stopped the passage of ships accused of violating maritime restrictions imposed by Iran. A source close to the IRGC navy also mentioned attacks against four tankers on Thursday, adding to the recent tensions in the region.

UKMTO reports separate tanker strike

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported on Thursday evening that a tanker near Limah, Oman, was hit by a projectile of unknown origin approximately seven nautical miles northeast of the location. The incident occurred as the vessel was exiting the Strait of Hormuz.

Strait of Hormuz becomes more dangerous

These incidents highlight the growing risks for maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. Iran has increased its maritime restrictions targeting ships linked to the United States and Israel since attacks on its territory on February 28.