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U.S. submarine sinking of Iranian frigate ruled lawful by experts

Tehran called the torpedoing an atrocity, but a military review confirms the attack adhered to the rules of combat: enemy vessels in international waters are always legitimate targets.

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Mar 09, 2026
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Side-profile view of the gray Iranian Navy Moudge-class frigate IRIS Dena navigating on open water.
Iran Navy frigate IRIS Dena sails during commissioning in 2021. A Navy submarine sank the warship in international waters off the coast of Sri Lanka on March 4, 2026. (FILE MojNews)
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