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IRGC: Gas Carrier Struck Mine, Explodes in Strait of Hormuz

The IRGC Navy reports a liquefied gas carrier hit a naval mine and exploded in the Strait of Hormuz on November 13, 2026. The claim is unverified and details are sparse; if confirmed, it marks a significant escalation in maritime threats in a critical chokepoint, potentially disrupting energy flows and raising regional tensions.

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IranWireabout 14 hours agoIRengCredibility 44%View source

Score Breakdown

Mosaic Score8.0

Model confidence0.1

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.4

Intelligence Tags

#irgc #strait-of-hormuz #naval-mine #liquefied-gas-carrier #maritime-security #escalation

Locations

Strait of Hormuz

Entities

IrancountryStrait of Hormuzregion

Source

Part of 2 situations

activeConflictGeopolitics4h ago

Iran-US Escalation: Tanker Attacks, Mine Incidents, and Strikes in Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is experiencing a significant escalation of maritime incidents and military actions, primarily involving Iran. Multiple claims of tanker attacks via mines and explosions, alongside Iranian strikes on navigation equipment and an alleged 'enemy strike' on Sirik, indicate a heightened risk of direct conflict. Confidence in specific details of these incidents remains Medium-Low due to conflicting reports and lack of independent verification.

↑ escalating·13 signals·IR, US, IL +2Score 6.5

activeGeopoliticsConflict3h ago