CENTCOM launches task force to disrupt Iranian land smuggling routes
US Central Command has formed a new task force to block Iran’s use of land routes for illegal weapons and materials shipments.
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AIThe commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM) has directed the formation of a new task force to support US government efforts to prevent Iran from using land routes to transport advanced weapons and other materials.
According to an official statement, Admiral Brad Cooper ordered the creation of Task Force Iron Gate, a team of around 20 civilian and military personnel based in Tampa, Florida.
The CENTCOM commander added that the new team will coordinate with other US government agencies to stop the transfer of advanced weapons, dual-use technologies, sanctioned materials, and illicit revenue flows across Iran’s land borders and the Caspian Sea.
Admiral Cooper said: “The establishment of Task Force Iron Gate builds on the success of our strict maritime interdiction of Iran. Closer cooperation between CENTCOM and other US government agencies will further restrict Iran’s ability to fund terrorism, rebuild weapons factories, and replenish its military arsenal.”
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