Tankers reported in Strait of Hormuz incidents as talks continue

Conflict · First reported 30 Oct, 12:53 · Updated 13:36

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said two tankers encountered incidents after using routes it considers unauthorized, while separate reports described fires and an attack on vessels in and near the Strait of Hormuz. The incidents’ connections and responsibility were unclear; diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States continued.

The Revolutionary Guard said two tankers faced incidents while navigating routes Tehran considers unauthorized; the report did not identify the vessels or establish whether these were additional to vessels reported the previous day.
UKMTO reported an explosive-device attack and engine-room fire on a tanker northeast of Khasab, Oman; its crew was safe and the vessel resumed its voyage. Oman’s Maritime Security Center separately said 25 crew were evacuated from a vessel that caught fire near Musandam.
Qatari mediators returned to Tehran as diplomatic efforts continued, while the United States and Iran disputed claims about maritime incidents and shipping routes.

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Guard statement: Two tankers were said to have encountered incidents on routes Tehran considers unauthorized.
Other report: The Straits Times snippet says Iran’s IRGC Navy reported three tankers catching fire and exploding.
UKMTO incident: A tanker was attacked about 25 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman; UKMTO said the fire was extinguished and the crew were safe.
Evacuation: Oman’s Maritime Security Center said 25 crew members were evacuated from a vessel that caught fire near Musandam.
Diplomacy: Qatari mediators returned to Tehran on Friday to continue efforts toward an agreement between Iran and the United States.