Explosions Rock Kharg Island Amid Reports of US Missile Attack on Iranian Tanker
A series of explosions were heard near Kharg Island in Iran's Gulf region on September 5, 2026. The incident occurred at a key oil terminal, sparking speculation about the source and target of the blasts.
The semi-official Fars news agency reported that explosion sounds were heard coming from the Gulf, but there were no visible signs of smoke following the blasts. A correspondent on Kharg Island said the explosions seemed to be in the direction of a nearby vessel, although this has not been confirmed.
Iran's state-affiliated Nournews reported unconfirmed local sources claiming that an Iranian tanker near Kharg Island had been targeted by a missile fired by US forces. However, there was no immediate confirmation from Iranian authorities regarding the reported explosions or the claim of a potential attack on their tanker.