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Two oil tankers were damaged by naval mines while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, according to statements from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The vessels were forced to be evacuated by their crews following the incident.

The strikes occurred in one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, through which a significant portion of global oil trade passes. The incident raises immediate concerns about freedom of navigation and regional stability.

This development follows heightened tensions in the region and represents a direct threat to international shipping and global energy security. The incident is likely to have significant implications for oil prices and international maritime operations in the Persian Gulf.

Source: Ynet