Indian supertanker reportedly explodes after striking mines in the Strait of Hormuz
Iranian and other reports said the Indian supertanker El Gaia exploded and caught fire after striking mines while crossing a restricted area of the Strait of Hormuz. The account and responsibility are not independently confirmed in the supplied information.
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A reported mined-waterway incident threatens commercial shipping through a vital energy corridor and could trigger wider military escalation.
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