Iran’s participation in multinational drills showcases Navy’s strength in international waters: FM

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that the Iranian Navy’s deserving and powerful participation in the 7th Maritime Security Belt 2025 multinational naval exercises demonstrated the strength and capability of the force in operating across the international waters.

On Tuesday, the top diplomat congratulated Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, the Navy’s commander, on the occasion of the successful execution of the underway exercises, and highlighted it as a clear indication of the Navy’s strength and dominance on the international maritime arena.

Araghchi reiterated that the drills, which had begun earlier in the day, were a testament to the Navy's decisive attitude and its ability to operate on the global stage.

He underlined that maritime security and development likewise required an assertive presence in expansive oceanic areas.

The official, meanwhile, emphasized Iran’s unwavering determination to maintain and enhance the security of the strategic and sensitive Persian Gulf region, the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz within it, the Sea of Oman, and beyond.

He noted that the current exercises served as a reflection of this resolve, displaying Islamic Republic's commitment to the issue to those observing the country throughout the global state.

The exercises, held in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, are being conducted with the participation of the Navy and Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as well as naval flotillas from Russia and China.

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Naval groups from Azerbaijan, South Africa, Oman, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Qatar, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Sri Lanka also serve as observers during the drills.

In his concluding remarks, Araghchi commended the courageous sailors of the Iranian Navy, along with all the commanders and other servicemen of the country’s Armed Forces.

He acknowledged that the sovereignty and independence of Iran in land, air, and sea was owed to the servicemen’s sacrifices and dedication, wishing them success in their missions.

Iranian military officials have emphasized that the country’s naval capabilities have significantly expanded in recent years, allowing it to conduct operations far beyond its territorial waters.

As a case in point, they cite the Iranian Navy’s maintaining a presence in the Indian Ocean and beyond, which demonstrates its ability to defend national interests in high seas and contribute to regional security.

The Navy has, meanwhile, stressed that its growing power and participation in multinational drills served as a message to adversaries, particularly the United States -- which maintains a bloated military presence in the West Asia region --that Iran would not tolerate foreign intervention in regional affairs.

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The Islamic Republic has also warned that any threats to its maritime security would be met with an immediate and decisive response.

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