Four Tankers Ablaze After Hitting Mines Near Strait of Hormuz

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The incident adds a major maritime flashpoint to the broader U.S.-Iran conflict and comes as Washington and Tehran assess new proposals aimed at restarting negotiations. Any sustained disruption near the Strait of Hormuz could sharply affect oil markets and global shipping, with prices already rising amid uncertainty over the war and diplomatic efforts. The reported seizures and continuing fires could also increase the risk of wider military escalation involving regional and international powers.

Sources: Reuters, SBS, Bloomberg