Five Ships Hit Naval Mines in Strait of Hormuz

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that five ships, including four oil tankers and one tugboat, caught fire after striking naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding regional waters. The incidents occurred within a 24-hour period ending November 6, 2026.

Iranian state media claimed the vessels were attempting illegal passage through unauthorized routes and had ignored maritime warnings. These attacks follow a record pace of shipping incidents recorded in October.

The maritime escalation coincides with political shifts in the United States following midterm elections that resulted in Democratic victories in the House and Senate. The White House has remained relatively silent regarding the conflict.