US Navy rescues Iranian sailors from attacked vessel in the Gulf

Sri Lanka Releases Video of Rescue Operation Following US Submarine Attack

A new video has been released by the Sri Lankan navy, showing the rescue operation of Iranian sailors who were taken hostage after a US submarine attacked and sunk their ship in international waters.

According to reports, the incident occurred on November 12, when a US submarine reportedly attacked an Iranian fishing vessel in the Indian Ocean. The attack resulted in the sinking of the ship, leaving several Iranian sailors stranded at sea.

The Sri Lankan navy has now released footage of the rescue operation, which shows personnel from the Sri Lankan coast guard and naval vessels arriving on the scene to assist the rescued sailors. The video captures the moment when the sailors were pulled aboard the rescue ships, where they received medical attention and other support.

The incident has sparked international attention, with several countries expressing concern over the reported attack by a US submarine. The US military has not commented publicly on the incident, but officials have confirmed that it is under investigation.

The Sri Lankan navy has stated that the footage was released in accordance with international protocols for sharing information related to maritime incidents. The release of the video provides further insight into the events surrounding the attack and the subsequent rescue operation.

Source: Al Jazeera