Iranian Warship Sinks Off Sri Lanka; 100+ Sailors Missing, Rescue Underway
A submarine attack near Sri Lanka sinks the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, with over 100 sailors unaccounted as rescue teams race to recover survivors.
A submarine attack off Sri Lanka has left the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena sinking and more than 100 sailors unaccounted for. The incident reportedly occurred in waters off the island’s southern coast, with naval authorities scrambling to reach survivors.
Sri Lankan authorities deployed two navy vessels and an aircraft to mount the rescue operation, racing to locate any possible survivors amid chaotic conditions at sea.
Early reports indicate that at least 32 sailors were rescued by Sri Lankan forces, with some described as critically wounded, as crews continued the salvage and medical evacuation effort.
The exact cause of the attack remains unclear, and officials have not confirmed whether a submarine or other weapon was involved. Investigators are monitoring the situation as authorities coordinate a broader search and containment plan.
The incident has drawn regional and international attention, underscoring ongoing security concerns in the busy maritime corridors near Sri Lanka. Rescue and casualty updates are expected to evolve as operations continue near Galle.
Login to comment.
No thots yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!