Naval Drills: Chinese, Russian, and Iranian Warships Arrive in South Africa

The Post News | 16.01.2026 23:46
(The Post News) Naval Drills– The arrival of Chinese, Russian, and Iranian warships in South African waters has sparked concerns amidst rising geopolitical tensions. The naval drills, scheduled to kick off with an opening ceremony on Saturday, aim to safeguard vital shipping lanes and economic activities. The exercises will involve strikes on maritime targets and “counter-terrorism” rescues, according to China’s defence ministry.