Supertanker With 2 Million Barrels Of Oil Explodes After Hitting Naval Mine In Hormuz
A supertanker loaded with around two million barrels of crude oil struck a naval mine while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, the tanker was using an unauthorised route to cross the strategic waterway.
The collision led to a massive explosion and fire onboard the vessel. Iranian authorities said it also switched off its tracking system while attempting to cross the Strait with the help of U.S. forces.
Iran, however, did not name the ship nor specify its location, or offer details about its owner, the flag of registration, or the condition of its crew following the incident.
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