US Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship, 87 Sailors Confirmed Dead
An Iranian warship, IRIS Dena, was sunk by a US submarine in international waters off Sri Lanka, resulting in the deaths of 87 sailors. The incident occurred after the frigate participated in exercises with the Indian Navy. Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi condemned the attack, stating that the US will 'regret' its actions. The Sri Lankan Navy has rescued 32 crew members and is conducting search operations. The US confirmed the use of a Mark-48 torpedo in the attack. Following the sinking, another Iranian warship has sought refuge in Sri Lankan waters amid fears of a similar fate. The incident has raised concerns regarding security in the Indian Ocean region.
Published 1 day ago • 06 Mar 2026, 02:36 AM IST