Iran's Revolutionary Guards Conduct Southern Coastal Drills Amid US-Iran Tensions

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps conducted military drills along the southern coast of the Gulf amid rising tensions with the United States, which is considering possible air strikes if nuclear negotiations fail. The exercises, involving drones, naval vessels, missiles, and artillery, are part of the 'Combined 1404' operation and reflect responses to perceived threats. Concurrently, the US has increased its military presence in the Middle East, including deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to the region.