Iranian Navy

The Iranian Navy is a branch of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Armed Forces, established in 1979. Its primary role is to protect Iran's territorial waters, oil platforms, and shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf. The navy has been involved in various regional conflicts and disputes, particularly with the United States and Israel. Recent events include fires at its naval headquarters in Bandar Abbas, a US-led military operation targeting over 1,000 Iranian sites, and President Trump's threat to send US troops into Iran. These developments highlight the Iranian Navy's significance in regional geopolitics and its potential for involvement in future conflicts.