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Video of the Day: Oil Tanker burst into flames in Persian Gulf

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(CNN Newsource, Facebook/Dennis Pialago)

An oil tanker was struck in the Persian Gulf on Wednesday, Mar. 11. The video shows a bright explosion and flames rising from the vessel. One person was killed and dozens of other crew members were rescued. According to state media, Iran is claiming responsibility for the attack and said an underwater drone made the strike. Iraqi officials said this is one of two targeted attacks on oil tankers in Iraqi waters.

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