Ships of the Pacific Fleet, led by the missile cruiser Varyag, arrived at the port of Chekhbehar in Iran for the Maritime Security Belt 2024 exercise. It is reported that ships, boats and naval aviation of the navies of Iran and China will also participate in the maneuvers.
The practical part of the maneuvers will take place in the waters of the Gulf of Oman in the Arabian Sea. The main purpose of the exercise is to practice ensuring the safety of maritime economic activities.