Iran conducted a naval drill in the Strait of Hormuz on Feb. 15, 2026, to boost maritime defense and assert control amid regional tensions.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy conducted a military exercise in the Strait of Hormuz on February 15, 2026, aimed at assessing naval readiness and response capabilities against regional threats. The drill, named "Smart Control of Hormuz Strait," involved live maneuvers and was overseen by IRGC Commander-in-Chief Major General Mohammad Pakpour. It focused on enhancing maritime defense and leveraging Iran's strategic location in the Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman. The exercise reflects Iran's ongoing efforts to assert control over a critical global shipping lane amid regional tensions and upcoming U.S.-Iran nuclear talks. No specific incidents or escalations were reported.