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Iran Guards say two oil tankers exploded after mines

Iran's Guards said two oil tankers exploded after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO: Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps
WHAT: Said two oil tankers exploded after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 9:27 PM ET
WHERE: Strait of Hormuz
WHY: The tankers hit mines, leading to the explosions.

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