Iran claims the naval operations target U.S. attempts to secretly move oil tankers through the strait, asserting that such vessels are detected and struck within minutes. The broadcasts, released by the IRIB and Iranian state TV, detail ongoing IRGC Navy maneuvers including cruise missile launches and the deployment of new minefields via speedboats at night.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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IRGC Navy Hits Tankers and Lays New Mines in Hormuz
War8 days ago
New state media footage from Iran shows the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy launching anti-ship missiles and planting sea mines across the Strait of Hormuz. The video captures the IRGC hitting oil tankers from both land and sea, with one vessel filmed continuing to burn for 2 to 3 days. Other commercial ships were seen anchored in the waterway awaiting official permission from the IRGC to proceed.
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