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42 Iranian ships destroyed in US military action

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Kathmandu. US President Donald Trump has claimed that US forces have destroyed 42 Iranian naval vessels in the last three days. He said this while addressing the leaders of 12 Western countries at the "Shield of the Americas Summit" held in Doral, Florida. According to Trump, during the recent military operations, the American army has caused great damage to Iran's navy. 

He claimed that Iran's air power has been weakened and the country's main communication and telecommunication systems have also been blocked. In his speech, Trump said that after the US action, Iran's navy has become ineffective and its military and communications infrastructure have been severely affected.

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