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Iran's Sahand destroyer sinks near Bandar Abbas port, Iran

Published July 7th, 2024 - 12:50 GMT
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An image grab from footage obtained from Iranian State TV IRIB on December 27, 2019 shows a view of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy frigate "Sahand" during Iran-Russia-China joint naval drills in the Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Oman. AFP / IRIB TV

ALBAWABA - According to a report by Iran International, the Sahand destroyer has sunk after being involved in an accident that occurred at Bandar Abbas, a southern port city. 

The incident has resulted in the deaths of at least two Iranian Navy officers. According to reports, the Navy frigate Sahand was getting ready for an additional Indian Ocean anti-piracy campaign.

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