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CLAIM: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims that two oil…

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Original report: U.S. Central CommandOriginal publication Jul 18, 2026, 12:14 AM UTCEditorial policy

U.S. Central CommandJul 17, 8:14 PM ET

🚫 CLAIM: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims that two oil tankers have exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after hitting mines in the international waterway. ✅ FACT: Like most IRGC claims, this is false. https://t.co/hgdwnc7Kos

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