Accra:Strait of Hormuz A supertanker carrying over two million barrels of crude oil caught fire after striking a naval mine while attempting to traverse the Strait of Hormuz via an unauthorized route, According to Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the IRGC Navy reported that the vessel had deactivated its positioning and radar systems in an effort to avoid detection, allegedly with support from the US military.

The IRGC Navy emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and warned that any vessels violating Iranian regulations will face repercussions. This incident occurs against a backdrop of increased US military movements in West Asia and escalating hostile rhetoric from American officials towards Iran.

Tehran has issued repeated warnings that US bases and naval assets in the region will be targeted in response to any renewed aggression against Iranian territory.