IRGC Warns Against Ships Disabling GPS After Tanker Explosion

IRGC naval commander Ali Azamayi announced that vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz must not deactivate their identification systems. The statement followed a recent explosion that destroyed a super‑tanker carrying crude oil after it entered a high‑risk area without proper clearance. The IRGC said the blast was caused by a mine impact and that any future violation, especially the shutdown of GPS and AIS, will trigger a defensive response.