Sri Lanka Prepares Special Aircraft for Iran Sailors’ Repatriation

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence has announced that a special aircraft will be used to carry the bodies of 84 Iranian sailors who tragically lost their lives when the ship IRIS DENA sank off the coast of Sri Lanka. The tragic incident occurred on March 23, and rescue efforts were undertaken by Sri Lankan authorities in collaboration with international partners.

The Ministry has confirmed that a special aircraft will depart from Sri Lanka today to repatriate the bodies of the deceased sailors back to Iran. This gesture of goodwill demonstrates Sri Lanka’s commitment to international cooperation and respect for the families of those affected by this devastating incident.

The IRIS DENA was on a mission to deliver goods to several countries in Asia when it encountered difficulties and sank off the coast of Sri Lanka. Despite efforts to save the ship, it ultimately succumbed to the forces of nature, resulting in the loss of 84 lives.

Sri Lanka has played a crucial role in the rescue operations and has been working closely with international partners to facilitate the repatriation of the deceased sailors. The special aircraft will carry the bodies of the victims back to Iran, where they will be received by their families and loved ones.

The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cooperation and international diplomacy in times of crisis. Sri Lanka’s efforts to repatriate the bodies of the deceased sailors demonstrate its commitment to upholding humanitarian principles and working together with other nations to resolve complex issues.