The Iranian Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) Navy has commenced naval exercises in the Persian Gulf near Bushehr and Khuzestan provinces, according to Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, Commander of the IRGC Navy, Report informs via ISNA.

Tangsiri stated that the 19th exercise, named “The Great Prophet,” is taking place in the Persian Gulf.

“The purpose of these exercises is to send a message to countries outside the region. They need to understand that their presence here hinders security and they cannot establish stability in this sensitive area,” the Rear Admiral highlighted.