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South Africa's defense ministry announced an inquiry into why Iranian warships participated in a joint naval exercise despite President Ramaphosa's order for their withdrawal. The incident occurred during the Will for Peace 2026 drills off Simon's Town, amid international criticism and concerns over diplomatic relations.
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Over 200 vessels are anchored around the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran's closure of navigation and recent attacks on ships. US and regional responses include military actions and insurance rate hikes, raising fears of a significant disruption to global oil supplies. The situation remains volatile as Iran retaliates for recent strikes.
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A damaged Iranian warship, IRIS Dena, sank outside Sri Lanka’s waters after an attack, with 32 sailors rescued and 84 confirmed dead. The incident occurs amid ongoing US-Israeli strikes on Iran, raising regional tensions. Sri Lanka is conducting rescue efforts and investigating the cause.
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A US Navy submarine torpedoed an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, marking the first such sinking since WWII. The attack was confirmed by US officials, with video footage showing the torpedo strike and subsequent sinking of the vessel. The incident escalates ongoing tensions in the region.
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On March 4-5, 2026, a US submarine sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in international waters near Sri Lanka, killing at least 87 sailors and widening the US-Iran conflict. The US Senate blocked a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers. Meanwhile, Israel and Hezbollah continue fighting in Lebanon, and Iran launched missile strikes on Israel and Kurdish targets.