What does IRINS & IRIS stand for on Iran's navy ships?

On March 3, 2026, the U.S. Navy sunk Iran's IRIS Dena off the coast of Sri Lanka. Here's what the acronym stands for in ...
USNI

Report to Congress on the Navy’s Constellation, FF(X) Frigate Programs

The Navy began procuring Constellation (FFG-62) class frigates in FY2020. Prior to November 2025, Navy plans called for procuring a total of at least 20. Six were procured through FY2025, including ...
Military.com

'Quiet Death': US Sub Sinks Iranian Frigate, First Torpedo Kill Since WWII

The downing of an Iranian warship on Tuesday in the Indian Ocean by U.S. Navy forces marks the first time an American submarine has destroyed an enemy vessel in combat since the final days of World ...
Jane's Information Group

Surface Navy 2026: HII CEO has ‘high confidence' new USN frigate replacement can be launched by 2028

The design of the US Coast Guard National Security Cutter, like the one shown here, will be the template for the new US Navy frigate programme replacement. (Northrop Grumman) HII should be able to ...