Over 100 people reported missing in sinking of Iranian military vessel

US Submarine Sinks Iranian Military Ship Off Sri Lankan Coast, Dozens Missing

A US submarine has sunk an Iranian military ship off the coast of Sri Lanka, resulting in dozens of crew members going missing. Rescue teams have launched efforts to locate and recover those still unaccounted for.

According to reports, the incident occurred in the waters off Sri Lanka’s coast, where the US submarine came into contact with the Iranian vessel. The details surrounding the collision are not yet clear.

Survivors of the incident have been taken to a hospital in Galle, where they are receiving medical treatment. Al Jazeera has reported on the situation from the area, providing updates and information as it becomes available.

The Sri Lankan authorities have confirmed that multiple crew members were on board the Iranian ship at the time of the incident. The exact number of missing individuals is not yet known.

Rescue teams are currently conducting operations to locate those still unaccounted for. Efforts are being made to recover any debris or wreckage from the incident, with the aim of providing closure for the families of those involved.

The incident has sparked an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. The US and Iranian governments have issued statements confirming that they are cooperating with each other in relation to the incident.

Further information on this developing story will be provided as it becomes available.

Source: Al Jazeera