According to Al Jazeera, Iran’s navy has begun escorting its commercial ships through the Red Sea, a critical maritime route, as anticipation of Israeli retaliation grows. Naval Commander Shahram Irani confirmed the operation, emphasizing the presence of Iran’s Jamaran frigate in the Gulf of Aden as part of this protective measure.(Photo Used for Illustrative Purpose)…CONTINUE READING
Commander Irani’s statement to the Tasnim news agency outlined the mission: “The navy is carrying out a mission to escort Iranian commercial ships to the Red Sea and our Jamaran frigate is present in the Gulf of Aden in this view.”
In a gesture of solidarity, Tehran has also offered to extend its escort services to the vessels of other nations.
This development comes as Iran prepares for potential Israeli reprisal following the April 13 attack. The situation remains tense, with Israel’s war cabinet convening once more to deliberate on a course of action. The Red Sea, a vital artery for global trade, has witnessed disruptions due to assaults by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis on vessels linked to Israel, underscoring the region’s volatile security dynamics.
Iran Deploys Navy to Protect Commercial Vessels in Red Sea Amid Fears of Israeli Response
ByAllNigeria
Apr 17, 2024