Analysis & Reports

Pakistan conducted airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan on March 12-13, 2023, targeting facilities linked to the Taliban. In retaliation, the Afghan Air Force struck a Pakistani military center in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, causing significant casualties and damage.

Two Iranian warships docked in Kochi, India, and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, following the sinking of the Iris Dena by a U.S. submarine on March 4th, 2023. The incident raised concerns about the expansion of U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran beyond the Persian Gulf. Both India and Sri Lanka characterized their actions as humanitarian, while the U.S. emphasized its military capabilities in the region.

Two Iranian warships docked in Kochi, India, and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, following the sinking of the Iris Dena by a U.S. submarine on March 4th, 2023. The Iranian Navy's vessels sought refuge after the incident, which raised concerns about the potential expansion of U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran. Both India and Sri Lanka characterized their decisions to allow the ships to dock as humanitarian gestures.

On March 4, three Australian submariners were aboard a U.S. Navy submarine that torpedoed an enemy combatant off Sri Lanka, marking a significant military action. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed their presence but emphasized that they did not engage in offensive actions against Iran. The incident raises political concerns regarding Australia's involvement in military operations linked to the AUKUS alliance.

On March 4, three Australian submariners were aboard a U.S. Navy submarine that torpedoed an enemy combatant off Sri Lanka, marking a significant military action. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed their presence but emphasized that they did not engage in offensive actions against Iran. The incident raises questions about Australia's involvement in military operations amid the AUKUS alliance, which aims to enhance Australia's naval capabilities.

The U.S. Navy sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena with a torpedo in the Indian Ocean on March 4. Iran claims the vessel was unarmed and returning from a naval exercise, while the U.S. disputes this assertion. The Sri Lankan navy rescued 32 sailors and recovered 87 bodies from the incident, which has escalated tensions between the two nations.

The U.S. Navy sank the Iranian warship IRIS Dena with a torpedo in the Indian Ocean on March 4. Iran claims the vessel was unarmed and returning from a naval exercise, while the U.S. disputes this assertion. Following the attack, 32 sailors were rescued, and 87 bodies were recovered, intensifying tensions between the two nations regarding the incident.

The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Munro seized a record 22,052 pounds of cocaine valued at over $250 million during a 119-day deployment in the Eastern Pacific. The operation involved a pursuit of a smuggling vessel, which was disabled by gunfire from an MH-65 helicopter. Six suspected drug smugglers were arrested as a result of this operation, marking the largest drug bust in the history of the Coast Guard's tactical helicopter unit.

Iran requested India to allow three of its naval ships to dock at Indian ports, which India approved on March 1, 2023. One ship docked at Kochi on March 4, 2023, and its crew is currently housed in Indian naval facilities. This request was made in the context of a recent incident involving an Iranian naval ship being attacked.

A U.S. submarine sank the Iranian warship 'Dena' with a torpedo in international waters near Sri Lanka on March 4, 2023, resulting in at least 86 crew fatalities. This incident marks the first use of a torpedo by the U.S. Navy to sink a ship since 1945. Experts noted the submarine's stealth and long-range capabilities contributed to the successful attack.

On March 8, U.S. Southern Command conducted an airstrike against a drug trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing six male suspects identified as terrorists. The vessel was confirmed to be operating along a known drug trafficking route in the Caribbean, with no U.S. casualties reported.

A U.S. Navy nuclear-powered attack submarine sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena 40 miles off Sri Lanka using a Mark 48 ADCAP torpedo. This incident marks a significant escalation in U.S. military operations against Iranian naval forces and is the first U.S. submarine attack on shipping since World War II. The event may provoke diplomatic tensions with India over maritime control in the Indian Ocean.

A U.S. Navy nuclear-powered submarine torpedoed the Iranian frigate Dena this morning, approximately 40 nautical miles off the coast of Galle, Sri Lanka. The attack, using a Mark 48 ADCAP torpedo, resulted in the sinking of the vessel and the loss of 87 sailors, with 32 survivors rescued. This incident marks the first enemy vessel sunk by a U.S. submarine since World War II.

A U.S. Navy submarine sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean on March 3, 2026, using a single Mk-48 torpedo. This marks the first confirmed torpedo kill by a U.S. submarine since World War II, as acknowledged by Pentagon officials during a press briefing. The operation is part of ongoing combat engagements in Iran, referred to as Operation Epic Fury.

The U.S. Navy submarine torpedoed and sank the Iranian Navy frigate IRIS Dana in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Sri Lanka late Tuesday night, resulting in at least 80 fatalities. This incident marks a rare confirmed submarine attack against a surface combatant in modern naval warfare. The attack was confirmed by U.S. officials and Sri Lankan authorities, with video footage released showing the moment of impact.

A U.S. Navy submarine sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean using a Mk-48 torpedo, marking the first such incident since World War II. The attack occurred while the frigate was reportedly in international waters, with 180 personnel on board, of which 32 were rescued by Sri Lankan forces. The Pentagon confirmed the strike, highlighting the U.S. military's operational capabilities in the region.

A U.S. Navy submarine sank the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in the Indian Ocean using a Mk-48 torpedo, marking the first such incident since World War II. The attack occurred while the frigate was reportedly safe in international waters. Of the 180 personnel aboard, 32 were rescued by Sri Lankan naval forces. The Pentagon confirmed the strike, highlighting the U.S. military's operational capabilities in the region.

U.S. military veterans are experiencing significant mental health challenges, including PTSD and traumatic brain injuries, as highlighted by studies and expert opinions. The perception of stigma remains a major barrier to seeking care. President Trump has indicated that ground troops may be deployed in Iran, raising concerns about the mental health impacts of ongoing military engagements. The VA provides resources for veterans, but many still struggle to find peace after their service in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The U.S. military conducted a strike against an Iranian warship in Sri Lankan waters on March 4, according to reports from multiple U.S. officials. This action highlights ongoing tensions in the region involving U.S. military operations against Iranian naval forces.

U.S. Marines fired their weapons in self-defense at the consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, after protestors breached the facility on Sunday. The attack followed the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, resulting in ten fatalities, though it remains unclear how many were attackers. A U.S. official stated that the Marines' actions were justified to protect themselves.