Three explosions were heard south of Kesm Island and in the Ormuz Straits area, according to the Iranian news agency Mehr, which invokes initial information attributed by events to actions to "traffic management" in the strategically important sea passage.
Mehr reported that the explosions were heard in the area without giving immediate details of their origin. Corresponding reports of explosions near Kesm and the Straits of Hormuz have also been recorded in previous days by Iranian media, with authorities not always proceeding to direct clarifications.
The Straits of Hormuz remain at the heart of international attention due to their strategic importance for global energy trade. Navigation in the region is still affected by the consequences of the conflicts and security measures taken in recent months, while experts estimate that the complete restoration of the smooth circulation of ships will take time.
Kesm and surrounding sea zones have repeatedly been at the heart of reports of explosions or military activities during the crisis in the Straits of Ormuz. In some cases, Iranian officials have attributed noise to controlled ammunition neutralisations or other security operations