Iran announced the destruction of four oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the destruction of four oil tankers that Iran says were hit by sea mines while trying to pass through a restricted shipping lane south of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Revolutionary Guards said the vessels were badly damaged and continue to burn. In addition, the Iranian military reported the seizure of two more ships.
No information has yet been provided on the names of the tankers, their owners and possible casualties.
The incident occurred against the background of the ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States over control of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of the world's marine oil supply passed before the conflict.
A day earlier, the American side announced actions to ensure the safety of navigation. However, the ongoing mine threat and attacks on commercial vessels continue to limit tanker movements.
Vestnik Caucasus.