Hyderabad, Nov. 3 -- Three tankers exploded while transiting the Strait of Hormuz without permission from Iranian authorities, said Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

The explosion occurred after the tankers hit naval mines, IRGC said. The vessels had reportedly turned off their geolocation tracking and were sailing in the southern part of the strait.

Iran has repeatedly cautioned against unauthorised passage through the strategic waterway.

US drone shot down, Iranian soldier killed in clash

According to Tasnim news agency, the IRGC said it brought down two US drones over the coastal region of Bandar Khamir, identifying them as Low-cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (Lucas) models.

The news agency further said a member ...