Four Sanctioned Iranian Ships Near India and Sri Lanka

On 29 May 2026, four OFAC-sanctioned, Iranian-flagged cargo ships were reported sailing near India and Sri Lanka, traversing the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. Among these vessels, the container ship AZARGOUN (IMO 9283019) was anchored off the coast. The presence of these sanctioned ships in this strategic maritime region highlights ongoing monitoring of Iranian maritime activities. The OFAC sanctions aim to restrict Iran's shipping operations in international waters. This update provides insight into the current movements of sanctioned Iranian vessels in South Asian waters.