Skip to main content

Iranian Intelligence Vessel Resupplies Near Djibouti

 

The Iranian intelligence vessel MV BEHSHAD was spotted on satellite imagery (Sentinel 2) on March 7, 2024, operating east of Djibouti.

  • BEHSHAD appears to be refueling from the sanctioned Iranian container ship KASHAN (IMO: 9270696).
  • KASHAN is previously linked to Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) and has been sanctioned by the US Treasury.
  • IRISL is accused of providing logistical support to Iran's Ministry of Defense.
  • In March 2023, reports indicated a significant increase in Iranian container ship activity on a route linking Mombasa, Zanzibar, and Dar es Salaam in Southeast Africa.
  • The sanctioned container ship KASHAN was previously spotted departing Mombasa for Tanzania on this route.

The resupply of BEHSHAD by KASHAN suggests continued Iranian activity in the region despite sanctions.The increased container ship traffic on the African route raises concerns about potential Iranian military cargo movement.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Distress Alert: Sailing Vessel Kiliki Overdue and in Need of Assistance

UPDATE:  The crew members were rescued.
Post a Comment
Read more

Sailing Yacht Sunbeam Overdue – Italian Coast Guard Issues Search and Rescue Alert

  UPDATE 08 Sptempber 2024: The vessel was located in the port of Denia. Alarm no longer active. With the post on Facebook the captain lets us know that they are fine: Oisin Margey Hi, I am the captain of Sunbeam. We are fine and currently approaching the East Coast of Spain. So sorry we did not hear the vhf call and very grateful for the concern for our well being. It is very much appreciated. Please get in touch if you need  more information. Take care and safe sailing.
Post a Comment
Read more

Search and Rescue Operation for Overdue Aircraft in Ligurian Sea

Issued by IMRCC Rome - Italian Coast Guard Date: September 17, 2024 To: All Ships Transiting in the Ligurian Sea  A white and grey aircraft with blue stripes is overdue and a Search and Rescue (SAR) operation has been initiated.  In accordance with the SOLAS Convention and the SAR Convention Hamburg 1979, all vessels transiting in the Ligurian Sea are urged to maintain a sharp lookout for the missing aircraft. Any potential sightings should be reported immediately to IMRCC Rome. Weather Conditions: Be advised that current weather conditions in the Ligurian Sea include northeasterly winds of 20 knots with waves up to 2 meters high. Weather is expected to worsen in the coming hours. The overdue aircraft and worsening weather conditions make this a time-sensitive search and rescue operation. The Italian Coast Guard implores all vessels in the area to actively participate in the search and report any potential sightings as soon as possible.
Post a Comment
Read more