[Report: Iranian Navy Claims a 'Violating' Oil Tanker Caught Fire in Eastern Waters of the Strait of Hormuz] Golden Finance reports that Iran's IRIB News, citing a statement from the Iranian Navy, stated that around noon local time, a 'violating' oil tanker was 'damaged and caught fire' while attempting to pass through the eastern waters of the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel had previously turned off its tracking system. The statement noted that the Iranian Navy has identified the ship but did not provide further details. All vessels must strictly comply with international law, refrain from turning off electronic devices, and coordinate as necessary with Iran's armed forces.