The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy has launched a military exercise titled “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz” in the strategic waterway.

Axar.az informs, citing Tasnim, the combined, live, and targeted “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz” drill is being conducted with the central role of the IRGC Navy and under the supervision, control, and field monitoring of IRGC Commander Major General Mohammad Pakpour.

The main objectives of the war game include assessing the operational readiness of the IRGC Navy’s units, reviewing support plans and scenarios for reciprocal military action by the IRGC in the face of potential security and military threats in the Strait of Hormuz region, and making intelligent use of the geopolitical advantages of Iran in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.