Explosions heard in Iran – Two tankers catch fire in the Strait of Hormuz
Several explosions and maritime incidents have been reported in Iran.
TodayPress TV citing “Reuters” reports that explosions were heard on Iran’s Qeshm Island and at Jask Port. Iranian officials have not confirmed that the areas were targeted by missile strikes. Reports that two missiles hit Qeshm Island have also not been independently verified.
The naval forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that two oil tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after striking mines. According to the statement, the vessels were travelling along an unauthorised route.
Zehra Mammadova
