Iranian media says tanker exploded in Strait of Hormuz after mine strike; Oman talks on shipping route move forward
An oil tanker reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after striking a mine, according to Iran's Tasnim News Agency, which labeled the vessel as a 'rogue' tanker. The incident coincides with ongoing talks between Iran and Oman aimed at ensuring safe passage for commercial shipping through the strait, a vital route for global energy supplies. Iranian officials have not yet commented on the explosion, which heightens tensions in a region already marked by confrontation between Tehran and Washington.