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Jamestown Foundation Issues Commentary: Caspian Less Safe for Shipping as Russia and Iran Increase Military Use of Sea
January 28, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- The Jamestown Foundation issued the following commentary on Jan. 27, 2026, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:

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Caspian Less Safe for Shipping as Russia and Iran Increase Military Use of Sea

By Paul Goble

Executive Summary:

* The increased military use of the Caspian by Russia and Iran, ranging from the illicit delivery of arms to attacks on Ukraine, is sparking concerns that the sea is no longer safe for ship . . .

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