Doha:Tehran The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has reported that two oil tankers caught fire following explosions in the Strait of Hormuz early Sunday.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, a statement issued by the IRGC Navy's public relations office detailed that one tanker was located east of the strait and the other within the waterway when both vessels struck mines while attempting to navigate unauthorized routes.

The statement further explained that the tankers had violated regulations by switching off their navigation and positioning systems to avoid detection. The IRGC Navy has issued a warning that any vessel cooperating with the United States military or violating Iran's regulations in the strait's restricted areas would face the risk of striking mines.