By Our Correspondent
Iran has strongly condemned the United States after the sinking of an Iranian naval vessel, warning that Washington will “bitterly regret” the incident. The warning came from Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, who described the attack as a dangerous escalation that could have serious consequences for regional stability.
According to reports, a U.S. Navy submarine launched a torpedo that struck and sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka. The vessel was reportedly operating in international waters when the strike occurred, resulting in significant casualties among the crew and leaving dozens of sailors dead or missing.
Iranian officials have accused the United States of carrying out an unprovoked attack and violating international maritime norms. Araghchi warned that such actions set a dangerous precedent and could trigger retaliation, stating that Iran would not allow the incident to go unanswered.
The United States has not released full details about the operation but confirmed that the strike was conducted by a U.S. submarine. Analysts say the event marks a rare and dramatic naval confrontation between the two long-time rivals, raising concerns about a broader military escalation.
The incident comes amid already heightened tensions between Iran and the United States, with both sides accusing each other of destabilizing activities in the region. Security experts warn that the sinking of the warship could further inflame hostilities and potentially lead to retaliatory actions that may affect international shipping routes and regional security.
Diplomatic observers say the coming days will be crucial as global powers monitor the situation closely and call for restraint to prevent the crisis from spiraling into a wider conflict.
