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Multiple Oil Ships Struck in Escalating Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz

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Multiple Oil Ships Struck in Escalating Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran: 7 ships hit in the Strait of Hormuz

The Hill

Iran: 7 ships hit in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran said Thursday its navy hit seven oil tankers traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to exacerbate regional tensions and the global energy crisis that is driving inflation. The...

Iran says 7 ships have been struck in Strait of Hormuz, Saudis intercept drones in airspace

CBC

Iran says 7 ships have been struck in Strait of Hormuz, Saudis intercept drones in airspace

Seven oil tankers caught fire or were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz overnight after being hit by Iran or striking naval mines, Tehran said Thursday, a markedly high number as tensions rise over...

Iran says 7 oil tankers catch fire or damaged overnight in Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu

Iran says 7 oil tankers catch fire or damaged overnight in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s state television reported that seven oil tankers have caught fire and were damaged overnight Thursday (October 22, 2026) after being targeted or striking naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran says 7 oil tankers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as conflict flares

Global News

Iran says 7 oil tankers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as conflict flares

Iranian state television reported the claims about the latest attacks on ships, which the Associated Press couldn't independently confirm.

Iran claims it struck 4 oil ships in Persian Gulf, 3 others hit mines in Strait of Hormuz

Hindustan Times

Iran claims it struck 4 oil ships in Persian Gulf, 3 others hit mines in Strait of Hormuz

The IRGC's statement came amid heightened tensions over maritime movement through the strategically important waterway.

Iran's IRGC claims four oil ships hit, three others strike mines in Hormuz

Business Standard

Iran's IRGC claims four oil ships hit, three others strike mines in Hormuz

Iran's IRGC Navy said the four ships had crossed an "illegal route" despite warnings, while three other vessels struck mines in the western Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday night

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