U.S. Navy Saves 7 Crew Members From Sinking Iranian Vessel In Arabian Gulf

The U.S. Navy and Coast Guard successfully rescued seven mariners after their Iranian-registered commercial vessel, M/V Shayesteh, sank in the Arabian Gulf.

The ship, which was flying a Qatari flag in territorial waters, developed a list before going under.

According to U.S. Central Command, USS Devastator (MCM 6) and U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Clarence Sutphin Jr. (WPC 1147) responded to a mayday call from the distressed vessel.

The five Iranian and two Indian crew members had already abandoned the ship when the rescue teams arrived. They were brought aboard the USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr. and provided with medical care.

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