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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reports that an oil tanker has caught on fire and exploded in the

2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis — Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reports that an oil tanker has caught on fire and exploded in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine. [https

Published October 18, 2026· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

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Context: 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reports that an oil tanker has caught on fire and exploded in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine. [https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/irans-irgc-navy-says-oil-tanker-hits-mine-catches-fire-strait-hormuz ( Middle East Eye )]

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