By Islam El-Sakka
Iranian authorities say four tankers caught fire after striking mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. The incident raises immediate concerns about maritime security in the strategic chokepoint.
Details emerge on Hormuz incident
Officials did not specify the nationality of the vessels or the extent of casualties. The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly one-fifth of world oil supply, making any disruption a matter of international economic significance.
