Oil tanker explodes after striking naval mine in Strait of Hormuz
An oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz exploded after striking a mine, Iranian local media reported Sunday. According to Mehr News Agency, the vessel exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after it deviated from the route designated by Iran to pass the waterway.
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Oil tanker explodes after striking naval mine in Strait of Hormuz
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