Iran’s latest naval display comes after a drone drill and the launch of a missile base by the Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Tehran, Iran – Iran’s navy has introduced the country’s largest weapons ship into its navy during a sea missile drill in a time of heightened tensions with the United States over its nuclear program.
The native IRIS Makran-made base vessel, which is said to be capable of carrying up to five helicopters, entered the fleet with another missile-capable vessel.
The 228-meter (748-foot) long warship, formerly an oil tanker, was relocated to provide supply assistance, search and rescue missions, special forces deployed. , providing refills and transportation, offering medical assistance, and being the basis for speedboats.
They fire surface – to – sea missiles, test submarine missiles, perform special forces work, and use unmanned aircraft as part of the two – day drill. making in the Oman Sea.
The 228-meter-long MakIS IRIS, a former oil tanker, has been relocated to provide supply assistance and search and rescue missions. [Handout via Iranian military]
“By arranging this drill we can assess our ability to deal with potential threats from the enemy in a timely manner and improve our performance by addressing weaknesses and strengthen strengths, “said Admiral Hamzeh Ali Kaviani, who served as a defense for the drill.
The U.S. and its regional allies, particularly Saudi Arabia and Israel, see Iran’s missile program as a security threat for fear that Tehran could use the long-range missiles to carry nuclear warheads.
Underground missile base
Iran’s army held their ever-present drone drill in early January, in which they observed and tested hundreds of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Last week, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps unveiled a large underground missile base off the Gulf of Persia, which it described as one of “many”.
The military strength show comes amid continued tensions with the U.S. days before hawkish President Donald Trump plans to leave the White House.
Tensions have been high since 2018 when Trump walked out of the 2015 nuclear deal, which blocked Tehran’s nuclear program. Since then the U.S. has announced tough sanctions that are disrupting Iran’s economy.
The Trump administration has delivered nuclear potential bombers to the Middle East four times in the past two months and deployed its naval aircraft carrier in the area, urging Iran to warn Washington not to finding a cause of war.
Earlier this month, Iran told the UN nuclear watchdog that it planned to enrich uranium up to 20 percent purity, drawing a sharp reaction from the European Union – one of its leaders. signed the nuclear treaty.
Upcoming President Joe Biden has pledged to ease tensions and revive the nuclear deal.
The native IRIS Makran-made base vessel, which is said to be capable of carrying up to five helicopters, was joined the fleet by another missile-capable vessel. [Handout via Iranian military]