Iranian Media: Iranian Navy Attacks 3 US Destroyers Near the Strait of Hormuz
Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, May 8 - According to reports from the Iranian Tasnim News Agency citing sources, three U.S. Navy destroyers were attacked by the Iranian Navy near the Strait of Hormuz.
It was reported that the Iranian Navy used missiles and drones to attack the U.S. Navy destroyers, forcing them to leave the Strait of Hormuz.
Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
3 U.S. Navy destroyers
Activity
attacked by Iranian Navy using missiles and drones
Location
Strait of Hormuz
Unit
Iranian Navy
Time
May 8, 2023
Equipment
missilesdrones
Summary
The Iranian Navy attacked three U.S. Navy destroyers near the Strait of Hormuz on May 8, 2023, using missiles and drones, forcing them to leave the area.
Key Facts
- Three U.S. Navy destroyers were attacked by the Iranian Navy.
- The attack occurred near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian forces used missiles and drones in the attack.