Group 1 - The joint naval exercises between Iran and Russia have concluded, with Russian ships leaving the exercise area [1] - The exercises aimed to enhance bilateral cooperation, improve maritime security, and increase operational coordination between the two navies [1] - The exercises took place in the Gulf of Oman and the northern Indian Ocean, reflecting both countries' commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation and opposing unilateralism [1] Group 2 - In response to increasing military threats from the U.S., Iranian armed forces conducted live-fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz [2]