Iran has reported that five oil tankers and a tugboat caught fire in separate incidents across the Strait of Hormuz. The country’s Revolutionary Guards and army issued separate statements about the maritime incidents on Thursday.
According to Iranian officials, the incidents involved vessels attempting to navigate routes Tehran considers unauthorised. However, maritime authorities have not independently confirmed the reported tanker fires or mine strikes.
The developments have raised further concerns about maritime security in one of the world’s busiest oil transportation routes.
Iranian Guards Report Tanker Fires and Mine Strikes
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards reported that two oil tankers caught fire during separate incidents. One tanker allegedly struck a naval mine while attempting to cross an unauthorised passage south of the strait.
Meanwhile, another supertanker caught fire while leaving the eastern part of the waterway. A tugboat approaching the vessel to extinguish the flames also caught fire, according to the Guards.
The Iranian army subsequently reported three additional tanker incidents. Officials said the vessels struck naval mines in waters east of the Strait of Hormuz.
Maritime Security Concerns Increase Across Gulf
The reported incidents come amid continuing tensions between Iran and the United States. Tehran has restricted maritime traffic through the strategic waterway since the conflict began in February.
Meanwhile, the United States has imposed restrictions on Iranian ports and supported tanker movements through the region. These developments have increased concerns about international shipping and energy supplies.
Separately, the British maritime monitoring agency reported another incident involving a tanker near Qatar. The vessel was reportedly struck by two unidentified projectiles approximately 90 kilometres offshore.
Authorities have not confirmed the extent of damage or possible casualties. The latest developments could further complicate efforts to maintain safe commercial shipping across the Gulf.
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