Iran's Revolutionary Guards Claim Oil Tanker Fire Near Strait of Hormuz Amid Tensions

Iran's Revolutionary Guards reported that an oil tanker caught fire following an explosion while attempting to navigate a 'mined route' south of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the statement, two additional oil tankers reversed course in response to the incident. The names of the vessels and the exact timing of the events were not disclosed. The organization also issued a warning to the United States, asserting that the Strait of Hormuz is under their control and is "completely closed" as long as American operations continue in the area. They declared that no tanker would be allowed to enter or exit without coordination with Iran.