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October 22, 2026
Iran Claims Four Tankers Struck by Attacks, Three Hit Naval Mines in Strait of Hormuz
- Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps claims that four vessels were struck and caught fire in the Persian Gulf, while three others hit naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz.
- This incident marks a significant escalation in tensions, with seven oil tankers reportedly damaged.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of fabricating claims about the attacks, asserting that more oil is flowing through the Strait than before the conflict.
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- Iran says 7 tankers damaged in Strait of HormuzOct 22, 2026 at 6:40 AM · AP
- Iran: 7 ships hit in the Strait of HormuzOct 22, 2026 at 12:01 PM · The Hill
- Iran threatens oil and AI facilities across seven Gulf countries if US and Israel renew attacksOct 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM · The Guardian
- Ed Miliband set for crucial talks over Strait of Hormuz crisis and Houthi attacksOct 22, 2026 at 11:01 PM · Independent
- U.S. oil holds above $100, Brent at five-month high as Iran says it’s prepared for warfareOct 23, 2026 at 9:02 AM · CNBC
- Global Oil Price Hits $117 a Barrel, Highest Since AprilOct 23, 2026 at 4:14 PM · NYT