Unverified social media reports claim three ships were on fire in the Gulf of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. NASA's FIRMS map shows heat signatures in the area, but confirmation is pending. Ambrey, a British maritime security firm, acknowledges an incident nearby. The Gulf of Oman's strategic importance stems from its role in global oil transit, making any disruption potentially impactful. Despite escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that President Trump continues to pursue a nuclear deal with Iran.

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