This page tracks publicly reported military deployments involving Iran: forces Iran has sent abroad, foreign forces reported on its territory or in its waters, and exercises it leads or joins.
Forces deployed by Iran
| Deploying | Host or area | Branch | Forces and personnel | Status | Date | Verified | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Iran | Strait of Hormuz | 🚢 Naval forces | Iran says it deployed midget submarines in the Strait of Hormuz Not disclosed | Confirmed active | May 12, 2026 | May 12, 2026 | Bloomberg via Insurance Journal, citing Tasnim (May 12, 2026) |
Foreign forces in Iran
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