Iran Guards say struck vessel in Strait of Hormuz
- Posted on October 12, 2026
- By The Hindu
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Iranian Revolutionary Guards reported a maritime incident involving a supertanker navigating the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to official statements, the vessel experienced a collision and subsequent fire outbreak following repeated warnings and deliberate transponder deactivation. This incident highlights escalating tensions in one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes, where approximately one-third of global maritime petroleum trade transits. The circumstances surrounding the strike remain under investigation.
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