Iran, Russia launch naval drills ahead of trilateral nuclear talks with China
Naval forces from Iran and Russia begin joint military drills in the Caspian Sea, reflecting deepening ties between the two countries that come just weeks after Iran’s 12-day war with Israel and the collapse of nuclear talks with the United States.
Naval forces from Iran and Russia are set to begin joint military drills in the Caspian Sea on Monday, in a show of deepening ties between the two countries. The exercises come just weeks after Iran’s 12-day war with Israel and the collapse of nuclear talks with the United States.
What we know: The Northern Fleet of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s navy is hosting the drills, which will see the participation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy and Iran’s Law Enforcement Command, along with vessels and servicemen from the Russian navy, Iranian state-run Press TV reported.
Observers from other Caspian Sea littoral states are also expected to attend — though Iranian state media did not specify which countries will take part.
The drills, dubbed CASAREX 2025, include search and rescue exercises under the theme “Together for a Safe and Secure Caspian Sea." They aim to boost maritime security and safety and enhance the readiness and coordination of the participating forces.
