Submarine Attack Sinks Iranian Ship; Questions Surround Responsibility and Motivation
A submarine attack off the coast of Sri Lanka has resulted in the sinking of the Iranian Moudge-class frigate IRIS Dena (hull number 75), with at least 101 people missing and 78 injured. Rescued sailors have been admitted to Karapitiya Hospital in Galle, and ongoing rescue efforts continue for the approximately 180 sailors who were aboard the vessel. The IRIS Dena, commissioned in 2021, was en route back from a naval exercise in India when the incident occurred. Sri Lanka’s navy and air force have deployed assets to aid in the rescue operation.
John Q. Hosedrinker