Explosion heard near Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz — Anadolu Agency
An explosion was heard near Qeshm Island in Iran’s southern Hormozgan Province. Iranian state media reported the incident, Anadolu Agency writes.
Sound from the sea
Iran’s state news agency IRNA reported that the sound came from the sea rather than from land. According to the agency, no missile strikes on the island were recorded.
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Local authorities have not yet released an official explanation regarding the exact source or nature of the explosion. Thus, the cause of the incident currently remains unknown.
Strategic area
Qeshm is located in the Strait of Hormuz and is the largest island in the gulf. The Strait of Hormuz is strategically important as an energy transportation route. The report of the explosion came amid ongoing maritime and military tensions in the strait area.
