Israel and United States 5th Fleet warships are conducting coordinated naval drills amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The exercises follow recent Iranian maneuvers in the Persian Gulf, during which Tehran tested missiles and issued warnings to American vessels.

Israeli and U.S. officials say the drills are intended to strengthen coordination, test operational readiness, and prepare for potential confrontations with Tehran ’s expanding missile and naval capabilities.

Newsweek has contacted the State Department and the foreign ministries of Iran and Israel for comment.

Why It Matters

The drills underscore the persistent volatility in the region and the strategic importance of maritime control in the Middle East. They follow the 12-Day War in June, which included U.S. strikes on

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