Iranian Navy Destroyer Sahand Capsizes in Repairs

The Iranian naval destroyer Sahand capsized while undergoing repairs at the port of Bandar Abbas near the Strait of Hormuz, due to water infiltration into its tanks, according to state media reports. The vessel, which entered service in December 2018, was equipped with advanced weaponry and radar systems. Several individuals sustained minor injuries and were hospitalized. Efforts are underway to restore the destroyer to balance, aided by the shallow waters of the port. This incident follows a similar event in 2018 when another Iranian naval vessel, Damavand, sank in the Caspian Sea. The Iranian navy has promised a thorough investigation to address the technical failures that led to this accident.