IRGC strikes three tankers near Hormuz over ‘US links’

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked three tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, alleging that the ships were using unauthorized routes and were coordinated by the US military. One of the affected oil tankers caught fire as a result of the attack. The incident occurred on Sunday in international waters near a strategic waterway crucial for global oil trade.

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As of November 8, 2026, three oil tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran. The IRGC stated that these vessels were sailing through an unauthorized channel and did not specify their names or nationality. Since late February when conflict erupted between Iran and other nations, Tehran has imposed strict regulations on maritime traffic through this strategic waterway. In response, the United States has implemented a naval blockade around Iranian ports and assists tankers navigating the strait, which typically carries about one-fifth of global oil consumption. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region over control and navigation rights in critical shipping lanes.

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