The New York Times writes that the Russian side is sending drone parts to Iran via the Caspian Sea, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz and also creating a new strategic corridor for trade.

According to the newspaper and information it brings from American officials, this action is helping Iran quickly recover lost military equipment after recent attacks by the US and Israel.

The Caspian Sea has become an important trade route for Russia and Iran, providing a safe route for the movement of military parts and other goods without the concern of international sanctions, writes the New York Times.

This trade route, which connects the two countries via their extensive coastlines, has long been neglected, but is now emerging as vital to strengthening strategic relations between Russia and Iran.