Iran has stated Ukrainian forces hit a merchant ship linked to Iran in the Caspian waters . One sailor died in the strike. Tehran called the attack unjustified and called for Kyiv to offer an explanation. Tehran's foreign ministry warned it might still respond after the attack. Global news agencies quickly picked up Iran's statement. Little else about the incident have been confirmed.
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Iran Condemns Alleged Ukrainian Attack on Commercial Vessel in Caspian Sea | Iran- Ukraine News - WION
Iran Condemns Alleged Ukrainian Attack on Commercial Vessel in Caspian Sea | Iran- Ukraine News WION
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Iran says Ukrainian attack on vessel in Caspian Sea killed sailor - Al Arabiya English
Iran says Ukrainian attack on vessel in Caspian Sea killed sailor Al Arabiya English
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Iran Condemns Ukrainian Attack on Commercial Vessel in Caspian Sea - تسنیم
Iran Condemns Ukrainian Attack on Commercial Vessel in Caspian Sea تسنیم
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Iran Raises Caspian Sea Ship Attack With EU - WANA News Agency
Iran Raises Caspian Sea Ship Attack With EU WANA News Agency
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Iran warns deadly Ukraine ship attack in Caspian Sea 'won't go unanswered' - Türkiye Today
Iran warns deadly Ukraine ship attack in Caspian Sea 'won't go unanswered' Türkiye Today