Fires rage at Iran's Bandar Abbas naval headquarters, Strait of Hormuz traffic stalled

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Emma BusseyMarch 2, 2026 at 10:13 PM

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Fires are raging at Iran's naval headquarters in Bandar Abbas, a key port city along the Strait of Hormuz, following reported strikes. Satellite images show multiple fires, including one on a berthed vessel, while commercial tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has stalled. The incident occurred amid escalating tensions, with the US and Israel reportedly launching targeted strikes on Iran and President Trump not ruling out military intervention. Despite Iran's claim that the Strait of Hormuz is closed, CENTCOM denies this. The fires are causing operational uncertainty and raising the risk of maritime disruption in the Gulf, with military vessels remaining docked, indicating a heightened defensive posture.

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