Watch: Israel Strikes Iranian Navy Sites In Caspian Sea, Destroys Missile Boats In First-Ever Attack

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Israel carried out airstrikes on Iranian Navy targets in the Caspian Sea late Wednesday night, marking the first time it has hit this region since the war began.

The strikes targeted a major naval port near Bandar Anzali in northern Iran, where several vessels and key facilities were damaged or destroyed.

According to the Israeli military, the attack destroyed four missile boats fitted with air defence and anti-submarine systems, along with a corvette warship.

Several smaller support and patrol vessels were also hit. Some of the ships were docked at the port, while others were out at sea when they were targeted.

The strikes also damaged a naval command centre used to control operations in the area. Facilities used for repairing and maintaining military vessels were hit as well.

Israeli officials said the aim was to weaken Iran’s naval capabilities and limit its ability to operate in the region.

IRANIAN NAVAL INFRASTRUCTURE STRUCK IN THE CASPIAN SEA.

Targets included:
• Iranian Navy vessels, including missile ships, support vessels boats, & guard ships.
• A port command center from which Iranian Navy forces controlled naval operations
• Central infrastructure used… pic.twitter.com/8sNiWJzf9k

— Israeli Air Force (@IAFsite) March 19, 2026

Military officials said the missile boats, although based in the Caspian Sea, could still pose a threat to Israeli aircraft because of their anti-aircraft systems.

By destroying them, Israel aimed to reduce risks to its air operations over Iran. A senior navy officer said the damage caused by the strike could take years for Iran to recover from.

The operation was planned only a few days before it was carried out. Naval intelligence teams identified the targets and worked with other military units to execute the strike. This was not part of Israel’s original list of targets.

In the past 24 hours, more than 200 targets were hit in western and central parts of the country. These included missile storage sites, drone launch areas, air defence systems, and weapons production facilities.

References: timesofisrael, jpost

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