TEHRAN - The commanders of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy and the Iranian Army Navy gathered on Tuesday to mark the anniversary of the IRGC Navy's establishment.

Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, commander of the Iranian Army Navy, met with Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the IRGC Navy, to pay tribute to the founding of the naval force.

Established in 1985 under the directive of Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic, the IRGC Navy plays a crucial role in safeguarding Iran's interests in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, as well as securing its territorial waters. 

The creation of the IRGC Navy is widely viewed as a strategic move by Iran to bolster its military capabilities following the Iran-Iraq War and strengthen its regional influence. The anniversary commemorations highlight the significance of the IRGC Navy within Iran's military strategy.