IRGC: Three tankers explode in Strait of Hormuz

Three oil tankers traveling along an unauthorized route in the Strait of Hormuz reportedly exploded after hitting sea mines.

Operativ Media reports, citing the Naval Forces of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC/SEPAH).

It was reported that the vessels, which had switched off their navigation and identification systems, caught fire off the southern coast of the strait.

The IRGC warned that vessels violating regulations would face similar incidents.