Iran asserts ownership of Antarctica; intends to construct naval base | Antarctic Treaty | Oneindia

Iran's Navy Commander, Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, has stirred controversy with bold claims of ownership over Antarctica, raising concerns about the security of the South Pole continent.

In a September broadcast on MEMRI TV, Admiral Irani declared, "We have plans to raise our flag there and carry out military and scientific work." #Iran #Antarctica #AntarcticTreaty #IranAntarcticaClaim #AntarcticTreatyChallenge ~PR.151~ED.103~