According to reports from the Imam and Leadership group of Tasnim News Agency, the 240th issue of the online newspaper ‘Voice of Iran’ has been released by the media office dedicated to preserving and publishing the works of Imam Khamenei. This edition is dedicated to the pure spirit of martyr Mohammad Hemmati, a security defender who was tragically burned to death by armed rioters on the day of his child’s birth, never to see his newborn.The editorial states: ‘Today, a comprehensive, warm, and targeted exercise titled \u201cIntelligent Control of the Strait of Hormuz\u201d has commenced, led by the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) under the supervision and field monitoring of the IRGC’s Chief Commander, General Pakpour, in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The exercise aims to assess the operational readiness of the IRGC Navy units, review logistical plans, and explore military counteraction scenarios in response to potential security and military threats in the Strait of Hormuz, while smartly utilizing Iran’s geopolitical advantages in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.’While the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman regularly witness military exercises by the armed forces of the Islamic Republic, this recent drill holds particular significance from several perspectives. It takes place amidst the U.S. deploying various equipment, especially in the maritime domain, coupled with ongoing rhetoric and threats aimed at intimidating and undermining Iran’s resolve to defend its national interests.The geopolitical capabilities of the Persian Gulf, including Iran’s ownership of multiple strategic islands\u2014such as the three islands of Greater and Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa\u2014and the Strait of Hormuz, provide Iran with various defensive and offensive opportunities. It is crucial to recognize that any miscalculation by the White House leading to military action could, as previously warned by the highest military authorities, trigger a full-scale regional war, with the southern front becoming critically important.U.S. military bases in the southern Gulf countries and mobile maritime targets will be key options in this potential conflict, positioning the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman as pivotal regions. In a 12-day war, Iran relied solely on its aerospace capabilities, but in future potential conflicts, the Navy and maritime front are likely to engage in regional warfare, creating a new dynamic.Another notable scenario arising from the U.S. military mobilization in the region is the interference with Iran’s maritime trade. The Islamic Republic has previously demonstrated its unwillingness to be passive or restrained in the face of such provocations. One of the key messages of this exercise is Iran’s determination and seriousness in protecting its interests in this domain. This resolve can manifest in both deterrence and retaliatory actions against potential aggressions.Finally it is worth mentioning that this exercise began on the same day that Iranian diplomats are set to hold the second round of negotiations with the U.S. in Geneva. In this context the exercise sends a clear message that while the Islamic Republic remains open to diplomatic pathways it is simultaneously vigilant and ready to act decisively to secure its security and interests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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