Iranian navy: Oil tanker catches fire after hitting sea mines in Hormuz
Iran’s navy says an oil tanker caught fire after striking sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, as Qatar urges Iran to ease tensions and open the waterway.
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AIThe Iranian navy announced that an oil tanker caught fire after hitting sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Al Arabiya.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on Iran to halt its threats and open the Strait of Hormuz to support mediation efforts. Doha also urged Tehran to demonstrate goodwill and stop threatening Gulf states.
Both Pakistan and Qatar are seeking a solution to restore negotiations with Iran following escalating tensions between Tehran and the United States, amid concerns that renewed confrontations could impact regional security.