Explosion takes place on Iran’s Hengam Island in Strait of Hormuz — agency

Explosion takes place on Iran’s Hengam Island in Strait of Hormuz — agency No further details were providedTEHRAN, July 15. /TASS/. A powerful explosion has occurred on Iran’s Hengam Island in the Strait of Hormuz, the IRNA news agency reported. According to the media outlet, the explosion took place "a few minutes ago." No further details were provided. 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