The Maritime Security Belt 2026 exercise comes as the U.S. is flowing forces to the Middle East ahead of a possible attack on Iran.

Iran has been joined by Russia and China in deploying naval vessels for a joint live-fire exercise in the Strait

The Pentagon has dramatically reduced the number of ships it had in the Caribbean ahead of the Maduro raid, moving vessels toward the Middle East.

Former Israeli Navy chief V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom also warned that Israel may have to attack Iran due to growing missile threats and stalled nuclear talks.

Iranian naval forces began military exercises Monday in the strategic waterway of the Strait of Hormuz, the day before a second round of talks with the United States for a nuclear deal amid heightened tensions.

Iran and Russia ‌will conduct navy drills in ​the ⁠Sea of ‌Oman and ‌the northern Indian Ocean on Thursday, ‌the Iranian semi-official Fars

Iran’s supreme leader threatened US military power, rejected limits on Iran’s missile program, and criticized Washington after US aircraft carriers were sent to the region.

Tensions between the United States and Iran have been ongoing for a long time.

On April 18, 1988, the U.S. Navy destroyed two Iranian oil platforms, sunk one frigate and a missile boat, crippled a second frigate, destroyed at least three armed speedboats, and drove off Iranian F-4 Phantom jets with missile fire.

The Indian Navy's international fleet review showcased self-reliance in warship building and aimed to strengthen multilateral ties. 85 ships from 74 countries participated, including India's indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.