Iran Claims Two Oil Tankers Exploded, Caught Fire After Entering Mined Area Near Hormuz
Iran Claims Two Oil Tankers Exploded, Caught Fire After Entering Mined Area Near Hormuz Published By, Last Updated: July 18, 2026, 03:55 IST The IRGC
Iran Claims Two Oil Tankers Exploded, Caught Fire After Entering Mined Area Near Hormuz Published By, Last Updated: July 18, 2026, 03:55 IST The IRGC said the vessels were "misled" by US intelligence agencies into attempting to pass through the area. Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman. (Reuters photo) Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday claimed that two oil tankers exploded and caught fire after entering a mined area south of the Strait of Hormuz. Several Iranian state media reported the incident, with the IRGC Navy warning that the strategic waterway had become “extremely insecure" and effectively declaring it closed.
The claims could not be independently verified. No immediate confirmation was available from international maritime authorities or the countries linked to the vessels. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Key Questions Answered What is the current status of the Strait of Hormuz? Iran's IRGC claimed two oil tankers exploded and caught fire in a mined area south of the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, declaring the waterway "extremely insecure" and effectively closed. Claims could not be independently verified. Who is responsible for the alleged mining incident? Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for two oil tankers exploding and catching fire after entering a mined area south of the Strait of Hormuz.
The IRGC stated the vessels were "misled" by US intelligence agencies. How will this affect global oil prices? The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil supply, with approximately 20% of the world's oil passing through it daily. Any disruption or closure of the strait could lead to a significant increase in global oil prices. About the Author News Desk The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers,... Read More Location: Iran First Published: July 18, 2026, 03:55 IST News world Iran Claims Two Oil Tankers Exploded, Caught Fire After Entering Mined Area Near Hormuz Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s.
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