Tanker Reports Explosions in Strait of Hormuz Near Oman

An oil tanker reported hearing two explosions in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman on Thursday. The incident occurred about ten miles southeast of Kumzar, but there is no environmental damage or harm to crew members.

The Strait of Hormuz has seen regular tanker attacks in recent years, and tensions remain high in the region due to ongoing hostilities between Iran and Israel.

Iran and Oman are reportedly close to reaching an agreement on managing the waterway, but progress is being made slowly. The two countries have been negotiating a deal for weeks, with Iran citing a need to finalize certain technical details.