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Sri Lanka Rescues Crew After US Sub Sinks Iranian Frigate

3/5/2026

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Sri Lanka responds to sinking of Iranian frigate IRIS Dena by a United States submarine outside territorial waters yet within its exclusive economic zone.
Authorities prioritized crew safety as 32 members were rescued and treated in Galle.
Former minister Harin Fernando warned the incident could harm Sri Lanka's economy, including tourism and Middle East remittances.
Sri Lanka, recovering from an economic crisis, seeks to bolster growth through potential BRICS membership.

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Sri Lanka responds to sinking of Iranian frigate IRIS Dena by a United States submarine outside territorial waters yet within its exclusive economic zone.
Authorities prioritized crew safety as 32 members were rescued and treated in Galle.
Former minister Harin Fernando warned the incident could harm Sri Lanka's economy, including tourism and Middle East remittances.
Sri Lanka, recovering from an economic crisis, seeks to bolster growth through potential BRICS membership.