Sixteen cargo ships at an Iranian port attacked by the US and Israel

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, March 20 - According to a report from the Iranian Tasnim News Agency on the 20th, 16 cargo ships at the port of Lengeh were subjected to a "brutal attack" by the United States and Israel.

The report cited local officials as saying that the commercial dock at Lengeh port was severely damaged in the fire caused by the attack, with at least 16 cargo ships being destroyed by the blaze. These cargo ships are vital tools for the livelihoods of local residents, and the attack directly targeted these vessels, resulting in significant losses for local operators.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
16 cargo ships
Activity
attacked by U.S. and Israeli forces
Location
Lengeh Port · Iran
Unit
U.S. and Israeli forces
Time
March 20, 2023
Equipment
cargo ships
Summary

U.S. and Israeli forces attacked 16 cargo ships at Lengeh Port on March 20, 2023, causing severe damage to the commercial dock and significant losses for local operators. The attack resulted in a large fire that destroyed the ships, which are vital for the livelihoods of local residents.

Key Facts
  • 16 cargo ships were attacked
  • The attack was carried out by U.S. and Israeli forces
  • The commercial dock at Lengeh Port was severely damaged
  • The fire caused significant losses to local operators
  • The incident occurred on March 20, 2023.