Iran’s IRGC says container ship sank after mine explosion near Strait of Hormuz

"A container ship attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz using an unauthorised and dangerous shipping lane struck a mine that exploded," said the navy of the Revolutionary Guards, the ideological arm of Iran's military. The post Iran says ship sank in Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

Dubai, Oct 14: A cargo ship has sunk after hitting a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps navy said.It was the first time Iran has reported a ship sinking after hitting a mine during the war.IRGC confirms GFS PRIDE SANK after striking naval mine in Strait of HormuzThe container ship reportedly carrying 2,500 containers, caught fire and sank after hitting a sea mine while attempting to use an ‘unauthorized and dangerous’ route https://t.co/YJG9ECuOvN— RT (@RT_com) October 14, 2026Crew's fate remains unknownThere were few details, including about the fate of the crew. State TV quoted a Guard statement saying the ship was travelling on what it called an illegal and dangerous route when it hit the mine Wednesday morning.It said the ship was carrying 2,500 containers when it first caught fire. Iran has repeatedly warned ships against trying to transit the strait without its approval.Iran Claims Supertanker Hit Naval Mines In Strait Of Hormuz, Warns Ships Against Using Unauthorised RoutesUS escorts ships through straitThe US military has been guiding ships through the strait on a route off Oman on the far side.There was no immediate verification of the sinking and no report by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations monitor.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

New Delhi, October 14, 2026: A cargo ship carrying more than 2,500 containers sank in waters south of the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine and catching fire, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said on Wednesday.The incident comes amid heightened maritime security concerns in the region following a series of attacks on commercial vessels operating near one of the world’s most important shipping routes.IRGC confirms GFS PRIDE SANK after striking naval mine in Strait of HormuzThe container ship reportedly carrying 2,500 containers, caught fire and sank after hitting a sea mine while attempting to use an ‘unauthorized and dangerous’ route https://t.co/YJG9ECuOvN— RT (@RT_com) October 14, 2026Cargo Vessel Catches Fire After Striking Naval MineAccording to the IRGC Navy, the container ship was travelling through waters south of the Strait of Hormuz when it struck a naval mine, triggering a fire that eventually led to its sinking.Iranian authorities claimed the vessel had been navigating an unauthorised and dangerous route through the strategic waterway when the incident occurred.However, the navy did not disclose the ship’s identity, its intended destination or other details about its voyage.Iranian Navy Warns Ships And Fishermen Of Floating ContainersFollowing the sinking, the IRGC Navy issued a warning to local vessels and fishermen, urging them to remain cautious and avoid containers floating in the affected waters.The containers could pose a navigational hazard to other ships passing through the area, potentially affecting maritime movement along the busy shipping corridor.Authorities did not provide details about the number of containers that had fallen into the sea or the extent of the affected area.Crew Details And Casualties Remain UnknownThe Iranian navy did not release information about the vessel’s crew or confirm whether anyone was killed or injured in the incident.It also did not identify the ship’s owner or provide further information about the circumstances leading to the collision with the naval mine.The exact location of the sinking and the condition of the vessel before the incident were not specified in the statement.Also Watch: Iran Claims Supertanker Hit Naval Mines In Strait Of Hormuz, Warns Ships Against Using Unauthorised RoutesSinking Raises Fresh Security Concerns Near Strait Of HormuzThe incident has added to concerns over maritime safety around the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial international shipping passage connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.The strategic waterway has witnessed repeated attacks on commercial vessels, raising concerns about the risks faced by ships travelling through the region.The latest sinking has further highlighted the dangers to maritime traffic, particularly as floating containers could create additional obstacles for vessels navigating the surrounding waters.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

A container ship sank in waters ⁠south of the Strait of Hormuz after ⁠hitting ​a ⁠naval mine and catching ⁠fire, Iran's Revolutionary ​Guards ⁠Navy said ‌in a statement shared by ‌state media on ‌Wednesday.