Oil tanker destroyed in the Strait of Hormuz

An oil tanker was destroyed by fire in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports regarding the cause of the fire differ, with some sources attributing the attack to Israeli forces, while others suggest it was struck by Iranian missiles for allegedly violating passage restrictions. The vessel was reportedly attempting to navigate the strategic waterway without authorization. Simultaneously, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that the Strait of Hormuz is now closed to ships traveling to or from ports associated with their adversaries. The Revolutionary Guard stated that vessels connected to American or Zionist allies are prohibited from passing. Officials confirmed that three container ships were forced to turn back as part of this enforcement. Authorities are currently assessing the ongoing situation as regional tensions escalate.