Iran, Oman stage joint rescue, relief maritime drill

TEHRAN, Oct. 11 (Xinhua) — Iran and Oman conducted on Thursday a joint rescue and relief drill in the Indian Ocean and the Strait of Hormuz.
The exercise, hosted by Oman, involved naval forces from both countries, according to a press release from the Iranian army.
The drill aimed to enhance naval combat preparedness in line with bilateral maritime security agreements, the press release said.
Operations included joint rescue missions, helicopter patrols, surveillance, and diver deployment, it added.
Iran and Oman share a maritime border along the Gulf of Oman. ■