Oil tanker explodes in Strait of Hormuz after hitting naval mine, says Iran

NewsWorldOil tanker explodes in Strait of Hormuz after hitting naval mine, says Iran Strait of Hormuz oil tanker explosion: A vessel reportedly struck a naval mine after deviating from Iran's designated shipping lane, with casualties and damage yet to be confirmed. 2 min readNew DelhiJul 26, 2026 07:36 PM IST Iran had threatened on June 26 that shipping passage through the Strait of Hormuz is “only allowed” through routes designated by Tehran’s military. (Photo: Reuters/ Representational) © IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and glob