Iran attacked ship navigation systems on the Omani island of Didamar in the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported on 11 November, citing three sources with knowledge of the matter.
Iranian state media claimed on 10 November that the IRGC had destroyed "enemy navigation systems" there. That claim does not fully hold up on the evidence so far. The three sources gave no damage assessment, and Reuters said it could not independently verify that any systems were destroyed.
Reuters confirmed smoke rising from the island in video footage, though it was unclear what was burning. EU Copernicus satellite imagery showed thermal activity.
Marine Insight reports that Oman confirmed a loud explosion at the island base off the Musandam Peninsula. A separate report carried by House of Saud, citing Maritime Executive, quoted a senior Omani official as saying the navigation aids had not been struck. Neither account has been independently checked.
Two shipping sources and a maritime security source told Reuters the attack would likely have limited impact on commercial shipping. One said other navigation systems are in place elsewhere. According to Reuters, Gulf oil exports recovered to over 80% of pre-war levels in September and October.