Doha:Strait of Hormuz Two oil tankers caught fire and were halted after striking mines in the southern Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement from the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Tuesday. The tankers were reportedly attempting to navigate through a prohibited area when the incident occurred.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the IRGC also reported the targeting and downing of a US military MQ-9 drone, increasing the total number of downed drones to 54. The IRGC emphasized their ongoing efforts to monitor and control the Strait of Hormuz, asserting their sovereignty over the region.

The IRGC issued a warning that navigating through mined and illegal routes would result in severe consequences, including the destruction of offenders' assets. The statement further cautioned that continued actions by the US could lead to significantly higher costs for oil companies.