STRAIT OF HORMUZ: Two Oil Tankers Explode, Iran Claims Mine Strikes As Ship Attacks Surge!

Two oil tankers have reportedly caught fire following explosions in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claiming that the vessels struck naval mines while attempting to cross what Tehran calls an unauthorized shipping route. The latest incident has intensified concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world's most important energy corridors. The IRGC says both vessels were left burning after the explosions, but several details remain unverified. According to the IRGC Navy, one of the vessels was a supertanker that allegedly struck a naval mine, triggering a massive explosion and fire. Iran also claimed that the second tanker was attempting to pass through the restricted corridor with support from American military fighter jets. Tehran alleged that the vessels were using an unauthorized route and had switched off their navigation and identification systems. However, Iran has not publicly identified the ships, their owners, or their national flags. The latest explosions come amid a growing series of reported attacks on commercial vessels across the Gulf region. According to Reuters, 37 ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waterways during October, marking the highest monthly total since the conflict began. Reuters also reported that 10 attacks had been recorded in November, as of November 11. Separately, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Agency reported at least 11 ship attacks during the week ending Nov. 6. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global shipping route, connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the wider Arabian Sea. Before the conflict, Roughly one-fifth of global oil consumption passed through this narrow waterway. But escalating attacks, military restrictions, and fears of naval mines have severely disrupted maritime traffic. Shipowners are now facing greater security risks, rising insurance costs, and uncertainty over whether their vessels can safely complete the journey. Even a diplomatic breakthrough may not immediately restore normal shipping. The latest incident also raises questions about how long the confrontation over control of the waterway can continue. Iran insists that ships must follow routes authorized by its military, while the United States has challenged Tehran's restrictions through its own naval operations in the region. Meanwhile, the identities and condition of the crews aboard the two reported tankers remain unclear. With attacks continuing and diplomatic efforts struggling to contain the crisis, the Strait of Hormuz remains a dangerous flashpoint for global energy security. Like this video, then like, share and subscribe to Mirror Now.