Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said that fires broke out on two oil tankers as they passed through what it described as a mined route in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a CNN Arabic report. The account comes amid renewed tension over maritime traffic in one of the world’s most sensitive waterways.
Iranian report on tankers in the Strait
In the statement highlighted by the reported coverage, the Revolutionary Guard said that flames had erupted on the two vessels while they were crossing the strait. The incident was linked to a route described as mined, with the Guard presenting the claim as part of developments in the area.
Claims about a Thai-flagged vessel
Separate reports also said that Iran announced it had targeted a vessel flying the Thai flag in the Strait of Hormuz. Another item said Iran had announced it struck a ship that tried to cross the strait, while warning of a “comprehensive attack” if US strikes continued, according to the cited outlet.
Live coverage and wider reporting
Iran International provided live coverage saying the Iranian Revolutionary Guard was attacking a Thai-flagged ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Alghad.tv also reported renewed Iranian attacks on ships in the strait.
The various reports point to a series of claims and counterclaims centred on maritime activity in the Strait of Hormuz, with the Revolutionary Guard’s statement at the centre of the latest developments.