Iran says tanker hit mine, caught fire east of Strait of Hormuz

Published November 8, 2026 Updated November 8, 2026 10:12pm

An oil tanker has caught fire after striking a naval mine east of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s navy says citing Iranian media, according to Reuters.

Reuters was unable to immediately confirm the report.

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