Accra:Strait of Hormuz A supertanker carrying crude oil exploded after it struck a naval mine while navigating through an unauthorized route in the Strait of Hormuz.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the Navy of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) reported that the incident occurred after the supertanker had turned off its navigation and positioning systems, leading to the explosion in a high-risk zone.

The explosion has resulted in a significant fire on the tanker, which is visible from the coast. The IRGC emphasized that this event serves as a warning to any oil tanker that attempts to violate the security protocols of the Strait of Hormuz.