India joins Iran-Russia’s two-day navy exercise

India joined Iran and Russia in the naval exercise dubbed as “Iran-Russia Maritime Security Belt 2021”, which kicked-off in the northern part of the Indian Ocean. The Chinese navy will also join the exercise. The purpose of the drill is to enhance the security of international maritime trade, confront maritime piracy and terrorism, and exchange information.

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About the drill:

• The drill will cover an area of 17,000 square kilometres (6,500 square miles).
• It will include shooting at sea and air targets and liberating hijacked ships, as well as search and rescue and anti-piracy operations.
• The exercise ‘Iran-Russia Maritime Security Belt’ is so flexible that any country could join if they wish to do so.

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