Iran’s Naval Destroyer Sinks in Oman Sea, State Media Reports Iranian state media has reported that the country’s naval destroyer, the Kharg, has sunk in the Oman Sea after catching fire during a training exercise. Fire Erupts on Destroyer According to reports, a fire broke out on the Kharg on Wednesday morning while it was conducting a naval drill off the southern Iranian port city of Jask. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Rescue Efforts Launched The Iranian Navy and other emergency services immediately launched rescue operations to evacuate the crew from the burning vessel. All 400 crew members were reportedly rescued and taken ashore. Destroyer Sinks Despite the rescue efforts, the Kharg was unable to control the fire and eventually sank in the early hours of Thursday. State media reports indicate that the vessel is now lying in approximately 2,000 meters of water. Munitions on Board Iranian officials have confirmed that the Kharg was carrying munitions at the time of the fire. However, it is unclear how many munitions were on board or whether they exploded during the sinking. Cause of Fire Unknown The exact cause of the fire on the Kharg is still неизвестен. Iranian officials have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the incident. Impact on Iran’s Navy The sinking of the Kharg is a significant loss for the Iranian Navy. The Kharg was a large and well-equipped vessel, armed with anti-ship missiles, torpedoes, and surface-to-air missiles. Its loss will reduce Iran’s naval capabilities in the region.Iranian Naval Destroyer Sinks in PortIranian Naval Destroyer Sinks in Port An Iranian naval destroyer, the Sahand, has sunk while undergoing repairs in a port near the Strait of Hormuz. According to the state-run IRNA news agency, the destroyer lost its balance due to water infiltrating its tanks. Rescue efforts are underway, and injured personnel have been taken to the hospital. The extent of the damage is still unclear. The Sahand, which was built over six years and launched in 2018, was equipped with a range of weapons and sensors, including surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles, anti-aircraft batteries, and sophisticated radar systems. The sinking of the Sahand is the latest in a series of maritime incidents involving Iranian vessels. In January 2018, the Damavand destroyer sank in the Caspian Sea after colliding with a breakwater. The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. Iranian naval vessels routinely patrol the area, which has been the site of several recent tensions between Iran and the United States.Iran’s Navy Suffers Tragic Loss with Destroyer Sinking Tehran, January 10, 2023 – Iranian state media has confirmed the sinking of the country’s naval destroyer “Jamaran” in the Gulf of Oman. The incident occurred during a naval exercise, according to officials. There were no immediate reports of casualties. However, rescue operations are currently underway in the search for potential survivors. The “Jamaran” was a Moudge-class destroyer that had been in service since 2010. It was one of Iran’s most advanced naval vessels and had participated in various military operations in the past. The sinking of the destroyer has come as a significant blow to the Iranian navy. It remains unclear what caused the incident, and an investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances. Iranian authorities have expressed their condolences to the families of any potential victims. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety and effectiveness of the Iranian navy’s operations.