Indian Ocean Set for Major Naval Exercise

The northern Indian Ocean is set for a joint naval exercise tomorrow, Tuesday, involving Iran, Russia, and China, aimed at enhancing cooperation and maritime security. The "Maritime Security Belt" exercise is scheduled to commence with the participation of naval vessels from Iran, Russia, and China, alongside representatives from other countries such as Oman, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, and South Africa. Iranian media reported that the exercises are being conducted "to enhance maritime security in the region and expand military cooperation among the participating countries, while demonstrating their capabilities to maintain global peace and maritime security for a shared future community." Other objectives of the exercise include "strengthening the security of international maritime trade, combating piracy and maritime terrorism, as well as exchanging information and operational and tactical experiences in maritime rescue."