Iran and Armenia recently conducted joint military drills along their shared border, involving simulated terrorist threats targeting border checkpoints. The exercises, which lasted two days, included both light and heavy weaponry, as well as sniper scenarios. Iranian elite forces from the IRGC participated in the drills, overseen by General Valiollah Madani.
According to Iranian state media, the purpose of the exercise was to enhance border security based on the shared interests of the two countries. Armenia’s Ministry of Defence stated that the drills focused on attacks by simulated terrorist groups on border crossings, but did not disclose the number of military personnel involved.
The joint military exercises come amidst ongoing tensions over Iran’s nuclear program and the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Despite Armenia’s recent efforts to strengthen ties with the West, it maintains a close relationship with Tehran. Armenia’s borders with Azerbaijan and Turkey have been closed for over three decades.
Recently, both Armenia and Azerbaijan reported progress in negotiations for a peace treaty to end their long-standing conflict over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. It remains to be seen how these developments will impact the security situation in the region.
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