The IRGC Navy stated that two tankers carrying a combined total of 4.5 million barrels of crude oil used an unauthorized southern route when they struck mines, causing fires and forcing the crews to abandon the ships. While the UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed an incident occurred on Oct. 23, the U.S. military has previously dismissed similar mine claims from Iran as lacking evidence.
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Disabled Oil Tanker Remains Anchored in Strait of Hormuz After Reported Mine Strikes
Commodities8 hours ago
Maritime tracking data and satellite imagery from Oct. 26 indicate that one of two supertankers that hit naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz is still stationary. The vessel, identified as a Very Large Crude Carrier, remains anchored with the tugboat North Silver alongside as efforts continue to move the disabled ship, which reportedly suffered engine failure after a strike on Oct. 23.
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