Iran Reportedly Deploys Naval Destroyer to Gulf of Aden

Monday, August 26, 2019

Iran has deployed a naval destroyer with long-range cruise missile systems to the Gulf of Aden to provide security for Iranian ships travelling through the region, state-run Press TV reported on Monday.

The ship will be accompanied by a logistical vessel and a helicopter carrier, Press TV reported. The channel described it as Iran's most advanced destroyer.

Reporting By Babak Dehghanpisheh

Categories: Legal Ports Maritime Security Eye on the Navy Government Update

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