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Three tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after reportedly hitting naval mines while attempting to navigate an unauthorized route, according to the Iranian Revolutionary Guards. Tehran claims the crews abandoned the vessels and warns maritime operators against following U.S. military instructions. The IRGC stated that the tankers disabled their navigation systems and ignored warnings from Iranian naval forces. The identity of the tankers and the situation of the crews remain unclear. Iran holds the owners responsible for environmental damage caused by the fires, while also cautioning shipping companies against U.S. influence. This incident reflects ongoing tensions between Iran and the U.S. over maritime navigation control in the strategic strait, which is crucial for global oil transport.