Port of Latakia

Why in news?

• An Israeli air strike hit a shipment of Iranian weapons in the Syrian port of Latakia on 7^th December 2021.

Port of Latakia:

• The Port of Latakia is a seaport, located on the Mediterranean sea in the city of Latakia.
• Established in 1950, it has since served as Syria's main seaport.

Significance:

• Iran is preparing to take control of Syria’s main commercial port, advancing its plans to secure a trade route from Tehran to the Mediterranean and establishing a significant foothold on Israel’s doorstep.

Major ports in Syria:

PRACTICE QUESTION:

Consider the following pairs:

Ports           : Country

1. Tripoli    : Lebanon

2. Latakia  : Iran

3. Tartus    : Syria

Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 2 only

(d) 1,2 and 3

Answer