Tanker Explodes After Hitting Sea Mine in Strait of Hormuz

An oil tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after colliding with a sea mine, according to Iran's Fars news agency. The incident occurred on Sunday when the tanker was traveling in a route contrary to the maritime routes designated by Iranian authorities.

The agency quoted its sources as saying that the collision resulted in an explosion, but did not provide immediate information on the extent of the damage or any potential casualties or oil spills.