Iran Suggests Blasts Are Not US Attacks as Both Sides Report Ships Hit
Iranian officials said two tankers caught fire after hitting mines, while Qatar’s mediation efforts continue over nuclear talks and sanctions relief.
- On Sunday, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard reported that two tankers caught fire after hitting mines as they attempted to pass through an "unauthorised route" in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian state media reported on Saturday that several explosions were heard on Qeshm Island and at the port of Jask, though officials did not confirm the cause of the blasts.
- US Central Command disabled a vessel attempting to violate a blockade, while President Donald Trump described limited strikes on Iranian air defence systems as "minor" on Friday.
- Qatar is mediating efforts to reach "a comprehensive agreement that ends the crisis and achieves security and stability in the region," with both sides continuing to work toward a deal.
- Discussions remain stalled as Tehran insists on sanctions relief and access to frozen assets, while Washington maintains that nuclear issues must feature in any initial talks to resolve the conflict.
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Iran suggests blasts are not US attacks as both sides report ships hit
Iranian media suggested explosions in southern Iran on Saturday evening were related to Iranian military activities rather than US strikes while both sides reported that shipping had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz.
'No signs US strikes trigger Iran blasts'
Iranian media suggested explosions in southern Iran on Saturday evening were related to Iranian military activities rather than US strikes while both sides reported that shipping had been hit in or near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's state television said officials had not confirmed any missile strikes on Iranian territory following blasts heard in several areas, including on Qeshm Island in the strait. US President Donald Trump had hinted at rene…
Tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, while strong explosions were heard in a number of Iranian cities without confirmed reports of American attacks.
Explosions in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reviews de-escalation proposals
Explosions are heard on Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, and tankers in the strategic waterway catch fire after hitting mines. Meanwhile, Iran says it has lifted a 2,000km limit on the range of its missiles.
More ships have been hit in the Strait of Hormuz area, while diplomatic negotiations are underway between Tehran and Washington.
Explosions in Southern Iran Heighten Tensions
Explosions Reported Across Southern Iran Explosions were reported in multiple locations in southern Iran on Saturday evening, including Qeshm Island, situated in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media outlets and the Revolutionary Guards Navy indicated that these incidents occurred alongside two oil tankers catching fire after allegedly striking mines in the strategically significant waterway. The […]
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