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Explosion Rocks Iran's Oil Hub!
6 Sep
Summary
- Explosions reported near Kharg Island, Iran's key oil export facility.
- Four US missiles allegedly struck an Iranian oil tanker offshore.
- Crew evacuated from tanker; no casualties reported as of Saturday.
Explosions were reported on Saturday near the strategically vital Kharg Island, Iran's primary facility for handling crude oil exports. More than 90% of Iran's oil exports are processed through this island.
Iranian media outlet Tasnim news agency reported that four US missiles struck an Iranian oil tanker. The incident occurred approximately 11 kilometers off the coast of Kharg Island.
According to the report, the tanker's crew were evacuating the vessel. No casualties were reported following the alleged missile strike. Another report from ISNA mentioned a smaller vessel being hit.
US authorities have not yet confirmed the details of any strike on a tanker in the region.
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