Pictured: Explosions, Fires Rock Oil Tankers Near Strait of Hormuz

Pictured: Explosions, Fires Rock Oil Tankers Near Strait of Hormuz
In this photo released by state-run IRIB News Agency, an oil tanker is on fire in the sea of Oman on June 13, 2019. IRIB News Agency via AP
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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Two oil tankers, the MT Front Altair and Kokuka Courageous, were rocked by explosions and fires in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on June 13.

Sailors were forced to evacuate in the latest incident involving tankers amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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