New Delhi, March 6 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Ship (IRIS) Lavan, which took part in the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026, has docked in Kochi after developing technical issues, according to sources in the Government of India.

Sources said India had been approached by Iran days before the IRIS Dena incident south of Sri Lanka. The ship was in the region as part of the Iranian naval presence for the International Fleet Review and MILAN 2026, which took place from February 15 to February 25

The request from Iran was received on February 28, seeking urgent docking support for the vessel due to technical problems.

"This request was received on 28 February 2026, indicating that a docking at Kochi was urgent as the vessel had develo...