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Maritime Security Belt

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China, Iran, and Russia recently conducted the Maritime Security Belt 2025 naval exercise in the Gulf of Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz.

About the Maritime Security Belt Exercise

  • First conducted in 2018, it has since become an annual naval exercise in the Gulf of Oman.
  • The exercise focuses on maritime security operations, counter-piracy, and safeguarding critical sea lanes.
  • Participants:
    • Russia: Warships Rezky, Hero of the Russian Federation Aldar Tsydenzhapov, and support vessel Pechenga.
    • China: Destroyer Baotou and supply ship Gaoyou Lake.
    • Iran: Warships and IRGC naval forces.
  • Observers from Azerbaijan, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Oman, UAE, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and South Africa attended the exercise, reflecting its growing international scope.

About the Gulf of Oman

  • A western extension of the Arabian Sea, connecting to the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.
  • Bordering countries: Iran (north), UAE (west), and Oman (south).
  • Key islands: Sheytan Island, Al Fahal Island, Dimaniyat Islands, Sawadi Islands.
  • Importance: It is Iran’s only maritime access to open seas, making it crucial for trade and energy exports.

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