Two oil tankers have struck mines and caught fire while attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
The military group claimed the vessels were deceived by American forces into navigating a route known to be mined, marking a sharp escalation in the ongoing regional conflict.
The incident adds to a series of attacks on commercial shipping in the critical waterway.
Earlier reports indicated that three commercial vessels, including a Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker, were struck within hours on Tuesday.
Qatar has formally blamed the attacks on Iranian forces, highlighting the intensifying pressure on global energy flows through the chokepoint.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a vital artery for global oil and gas trade, and any disruption poses immediate risks to supply chains and energy prices.