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Iran Targets 7 Tankers in Hormuz in 5 Days, Halting Traffic
Al Jazeera AR·IR · AE · SA·about 24 hours ago
Iranian state media IRNA reported explosions heard from the sea near Qeshm and Sirik on October 4, 2026. The cause is unconfirmed; possible military activity or accident. This is a developing situation in a critical maritime chokepoint, raising risks of escalation and shipping disruption.
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