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Gulf War: U.S. Attack on Iranian Warship ‘IRIS Dena’ Returning from India in the Indian Ocean Kills 87 Sailors; Rescue Operation Underway Near Sri Lanka, Regional Tensions Rise

A serious military incident in the Indian Ocean has triggered fresh concerns over international politics and maritime security. An Iranian warship, IRIS Dena, sank after being struck by a submarine of the United States Navy, leaving at least 87 Iranian sailors dead while several others are still reported missing.According to sources, the incident occurred in international waters near the southern coast of Sri Lanka. After the attack, the vessel reportedly sent a distress signal, prompting the Sri Lanka Navy to immediately launch a rescue operation. Officials say several sailors have been pulled alive from the sea and taken to hospitals for treatment.*Warship Was Returning From Naval Event in IndiaReports indicate that the Iranian warship had recently participated in the International Fleet Review and the multinational naval exercise Exercise MILAN held in Visakhapatnam, India. The ship was returning to Iran after taking part in these events, which saw the participation of naval forces from several countries.The attack occurring shortly after the vessel departed India has generated significant concern among regional strategic and defense observers.Iran Condemns the StrikeThe Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the incident, calling it “a grave violation of international law and a heinous crime committed at sea.” Officials in Iran stated that the ship was not involved in any military operation and was traveling routinely through international waters.Iranian authorities said approximately 130 sailors were on board the vessel at the time of the attack, with a large number now confirmed dead or missing.Second Iranian Vessel Near Sri LankaFollowing the incident, another Iranian vessel has reportedly approached waters near Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan government stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and is prepared to provide necessary humanitarian assistance to those on board.Fears of Rising Regional TensionsDefense analysts believe the incident could signal that escalating tensions between the United States and Iran are spreading into the Indian Ocean region. If the situation worsens, it may also affect key international maritime trade routes and regional security dynamics.For now, the global community is closely watching the reactions from the United States, Iran, and other regional powers as the situation continues to unfold.

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