Iranian Admiral and Ships Join Putin at Russia's Navy Day Parade

Iran's top naval officer, Admiral Shahram Irani, has traveled to Russia to participate in the Navy Day parade, marking the anniversary of the Russian navy's creation. While the participation is largely symbolic, Iran sees it as an opportunity for maritime diplomacy and potential trade opportunities with Russia. Iran uses its limited naval strength to engage in diplomacy and showcase its new naval capabilities, challenging the US role in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.