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A tanker caught fire after hitting a naval mine in the eastern Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian maritime authorities. The incident occurred after the vessel ignored repeated warnings and disabled its communication systems. No casualties have been reported, and the ship is currently immobilized. Recently, Iranian armed forces claimed that multiple tankers and a tugboat caught fire in the strategic strait, which is central to tensions between Tehran and Washington. Maritime security agencies have not confirmed these incidents, while the U.S. claims to have largely defused tensions in the area. Iran asserts control over this vital maritime route, which previously facilitated a significant portion of global oil transit.
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