One tanker was reportedly struck near Oman overnight while another said it saw a large explosion nearby. The Wall Street Journal cited unnamed U.S. officials as saying U.S. President Donald Trump plans to launch a fresh attack on Iran as soon as this weekend. An Iranian official warned a U.S. strike would lead to Iran tightening its control over critical maritime passages. Vessels transiting through the Gulf of Oman are pictured off the coast of Muscat on July 25, 2026. (Photo by AFP via Getty Images) / – | Afp
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