Joint US-Israel Strikes Inflict Heavy Damage on Iranian Naval Forces, Military Sites

Tehran. A joint military operation by the United States and Israel has caused significant damage to the Iranian Navy. According to new satellite images analyzed by BBC Verify, at least 11 Iranian naval vessels have been destroyed or damaged in the ongoing attacks since Saturday.Smoke plumes are visible emanating from the ships following explosions at the Bandar Abbas and Konarak naval bases, which house the Iranian Navy headquarters. US President Donald Trump declared the destruction of the Iranian Navy, stating it is one of America's top three targets.Iran's largest warship, the IRINS Makran, which Iran used as a drone carrier,...