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Israeli Strike Destroys Iran's Caspian Hub, Halts Russian Drone Supply

5/9/2026

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Israeli fighter jets struck Iran’s naval command center in Bandar Anzali, destroying several vessels.
The strike hit Iran’s Caspian Sea hub, a trade corridor linking Russia and Iran.
The Caspian route now carries Russian drone components that aid Iran’s rebuild after losing roughly 60 % of its drone arsenal.
U.S. officials said Russia moves goods through the Caspian that would normally pass the Strait of Hormuz, blockaded by the U.S. Navy.

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Israeli fighter jets struck Iran’s naval command center in Bandar Anzali, destroying several vessels.
The strike hit Iran’s Caspian Sea hub, a trade corridor linking Russia and Iran.
The Caspian route now carries Russian drone components that aid Iran’s rebuild after losing roughly 60 % of its drone arsenal.
U.S. officials said Russia moves goods through the Caspian that would normally pass the Strait of Hormuz, blockaded by the U.S. Navy.