Explosions and maritime incidents reported near Iran's Qeshm Island and Strait of Hormuz

Explosions hit Iran's Qeshm Island and Jask; two oil tankers mined in Strait of Hormuz

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Explosions have occurred on Iran's Qeshm Island and in Jask, according to Iranian media reports. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that two oil tankers struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while CENTCOM confirmed a separate strike on a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. This series of incidents highlights ongoing tensions and security challenges in the region's critical maritime routes.

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