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28 Apr, 2015

Iran intercepts U.S. ship

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The U.S.navy says the U.S.-flagged Maersk Kensington was intercepted in the Strait of Hormuz, on Friday, 24 April, by four ships of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard naval patrol.

The Iranians encircled the Kensington and followed the ship on its course for a period of time before withdrawing and breaking away.

The U.S. Navy Fifth Fleet has issued a notice to mariners about the incident.

28 Oct, 2015

Increasing Syria presence

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Iran is increasing its military presence in Syria. Brig. Gen. Salami, deputy commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps:

Iran is increasing the quality and quantity of its presence in Syria. Iranian officers are providing tactical help for Syrian commanders of battalions in direct battles, as well as weapons and ordnance, operational assistance and help with strategic planning.