INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, revealed that 4 warships from both the
IRGC and the Iranian Army Navy will quickly set cruise for the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The mission marks the first-ever official conference in between the naval forces of Iran and the UAE, signaling a prospective shift in
maritime cooperation within the Persian Gulf
Speaking on the sidelines of the 14th Malek Ashtar Festival, Admiral Tangsiri stressed that the regions security need to be handled by its
own nations instead of external powers
This meeting is occurring for the very first time, and we have repeatedly stated that regional nations are completely capable of ensuring
their own security without the requirement for foreign existence, Tasnim news agency estimated him as stating
Beyond this unprecedented see, Iran is likewise increase military collaborations with its next-door neighbors
The IRGC Navy leader revealed that joint military exercises with regional states, consisting of Iraq, are on the agenda
For example, we have actually participated in marine cooperation with Oman and have currently participated in joint drills with them, he
kept in mind, highlighting Irans ongoing efforts to build stronger defense ties with neighboring countries
Tangsiri also dealt with the important role Iran plays in protecting the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for worldwide oil deliveries
We have actually been guaranteeing the security of the Strait of Hormuz for several years, and substantial efforts have actually been made
in this regard, he stated
Iran has regularly asserted its capability to safeguard the strategic passage without foreign intervention, a position that has been a
bottom line of contention with Western powers
Furthermore, Admiral Tangsiri supplied updates on Irans growing fleet abilities, revealing the imminent induction of a multi-purpose drone
carrier into the IRGC Navy
We have drone carrier vessels and other ships capable of carrying helicopters and UAVs
The brand-new multi-purpose drone carrier will quickly be integrated into the IRGC Navy, he stated.
