IRIS Kharg - Wikiwand
IRIS Kharg was a modified Ol-class fleet replenishment oiler of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy, named after Kharg Island.
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Brief answer
- IRIS Kharg was sunk in the Gulf of Oman after a fire in June 2021. There have been no confirmed reports of a more recent status changing Kharg’s fate since then in widely cited sources.
Context and key points
- IRIS Kharg was Iran’s largest replenishment ship (an Ol-class fleet replenishment oiler) and served as a critical logistics asset for Iran’s navy. It played a prominent role in regional operations, including deployments to Bab-el-Mandeb and the Atlantic corridor during various naval-group missions.[3][4][5]
- The ship caught fire on June 1–2, 2021, near Jask in the Gulf of Oman and sank after hours of visible damage. Iran reported all crew and trainees evacuated safely, with no fatalities, and identified the incident as a loss of the vessel. Coverage from USNI News and Reuters at the time described Kharg as Iran’s replenishment ship, the loss impacting Tehran’s naval logistics capabilities.[4][7][3]
What to check for latest news
- Reputable wires and defense outlets (Reuters, AP, BBC, USNI News) for any follow-on information about the cause of the fire, official investigations, salvage plans (if any), and implications for Iran’s naval logistics.
- Iranian official statements or navy press releases for any updates on fleet replenishment capacity and future replacements or replacements in service (e.g., Makran’s role since its commissioning in 2021).
Possible sources to consult now
- Reuters coverage on the 2021 incident and subsequent analysis
- USNI News detailed reporting on Kharg’s loss and its strategic impact
- BBC or Press TV summaries for official/national perspectives
- Updated maritime security briefings (IISS, SIPRI) for fleet replenishment capabilities in Iran
If you’d like, I can search for the latest credible updates and summarize them with citations. I can also prepare a quick timeline of Kharg’s service history and the reported 2021 sinking, plus a brief note on Iran’s current replenishment capability with Makran and any newer assets.