Oil tanker explodes after hitting naval mine in Strait of Hormuz, IRGC-linked media claims - report

An oil tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine, according to Iran's IRGC-linked news agency, which said the vessel had left the Iranian-designated shipping route. Iran and Oman are meanwhile discussing a proposed regional maritime consortium to oversee security and rescue operations, though disagreement remains over whether payments would be voluntary or mandatory.