At least four tankers caught fire after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Open Claimed by Government of Iran on 29 October 2026.

Next check: 5 November 2026.

The statement

Iran's armed forces said at least four tankers had caught fire after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, AFP reported.

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1. Origin of the claim Arab News Media · Government of Saudi Arabia origin: Iranian armed forces statement, 29 Oct, as reported by AFP · published 2026-10-29 00:00 UTC
2. Origin of the claim CBS News Media · Unaffiliated origin: Iranian armed forces statement, 29 Oct, as reported by AFP · published 2026-10-30 00:00 UTC

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