Brigadier General Amir Hatami

Fateh submarine enjoys specialized, exclusive features: MOD

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Saturday that the Fateh (Conqueror) submarine with a 100-percent domestically-sourced technology will join Iran’s Navy and become operational tomorrow, after successfully completing the final tests.

Terrorists, allies can’t undermine Iran’s integrity: defense minister

TEHRAN, Feb. 14 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami condemned the Wednesday night’s terrorist attack on IRGC personnel, saying the terrorists should await a strong retaliation.

Iranian nation gives crushing response to ‘Trump, the liar’: Hatami

TEHRAN, Feb. 11 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that today, massive rallies of the Iranian nation gave a crushing response to US President Donald Trump, ‘the liar’.

Iran cuts dependency of vessel production on foreigners

TEHRAN, Feb. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said signing of a contract to hand the construction of operational vessels of Ports & Maritime Organization Of Iran to the Ministry of Defense is a major step taken to cut off dependency on foreign countries.

MoD unveils ‘Hoveizeh’ long-range cruise missile

TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami unveiled ‘Hoveizeh’ long-range cruise missile in Eghtedar 40 military and defense exhibition on Saturday, saying "it is a symbol of self-confidence and an important defense achievement representing the climax of global technological advancement."

Iran to launch another satellite soon: defense min.

TEHRAN, Jan. 23 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that another home-made satellite will be launched into the space in near future.

Defense ministry hails Iran's successful space mission

TEHRAN, Jan. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami hailed the efforts of scientists of Iran's Aerospace Industries Organization (AIO), who successfully launched a domestically-built 'Payam' satellite into space, with 'Simorgh' satellite carrier.

Iranian, Venezuelan defense ministers discuss comprehensive coop. road map

TEHRAN, Jan. 11 (MNA) – The Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has held a meeting with his Venezuelan counterpart on a visit to the Latino American country.

Bolivian pres. hails Iran’s outstanding role in countering terrorism

TEHRAN, Jan. 11 (MNA) – Bolivian President Evo Morales appreciated Iran’s position in maintaining peace and security in the international arena especially in the field of countering terrorism in the West Asian region.

Amir Hatami:

Iran to continue progress, development despite US sanctions

TEHRAN, Jan. 10 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Defense (MoD) Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that Islamic Republic of Iran will continue its progress and development in spite of all hostilities of the United States and unjust sanctions imposed against the country.

Iran to stay with Syria until final victory: Defense min.

TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) – The Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has praised the Syrian nation for victory over terrorism, adding that Iran will stay with the country until the final victory.

Iran, Syria defense officials discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami met and held talks with Syrian Deputy Defense Minister Mahmoud al-Shawa in Tehran on Monday.

Hatami says Iran’s defense achievements put enemies in weak position

TEHRAN, Jan. 06 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister said that the country’s achievements in defense and scientific sectors has put enemies in a weak position.

Defense min. integrates production lines for advanced electronic equipment

TEHRAN, Jan. 03 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense Amir Hatami inaugurated on Thursday the production lines for advanced electronic and defense equipment at an electronics industries company in Shiraz, south-central Iran.

Defense budget up by 21% in next year’s bill: Hatami

TEHRAN, Jan. 02 (MNA) – Defense Minister Amir Hatami said Wed. that next year’s budget bill (to come into effect from March 21) has envisioned 21% increase for the development of defense sector.

Iran opens two technological achievement exhibitions

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – Two technological achievement exhibitions were inaugurated this morning at the venue of Tehran International Permanent Fairground in the presence of Minister of Science, Research and Technology Mansour Gholami and Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami.

Iran can bypass sanctions relying on domestic capabilities: Hatami

TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister said that by relying on domestic potentials, Iran can get around the wave of sanctions which are surely ‘transient’.

Defense min. unveils new home-made electronic, telecommunication equipment

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – During a ceremony in Tehran on Saturday, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami unveiled latest electronic and telecommunication equipment manufactured by Iranian experts at Iran Electronics Industries (IEI).

Iran’s defense min. visits advanced ‘Toofan’ chopper production line

TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami paid a visit to the production line of advanced and sophisticated helicopter named ‘Toofan’ as well as other underway projects in Plane Manufacturing Company of Iran (HESA).

Hatami:

Leader’s guidance foils US plots in region

TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that the Leader of the Islamic Revolution’s guidance neutralized US plots which were after destabilizing the region.

Iran’s defense power carries message of peace: Hatami

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister said that Iran’s defensive power aims at ensuring regional security and carries the message of peace.

Iran to unveil new satellite, maritime achievements during Revolution anniv.

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami reported of new military and civil achievements that are going to be unveiled during the anniversary of 1979 Islamic Revolution from 1 to 11 February.

Defense Min.:

US gathered, equipped terrorists to capture major parts of Syria, Iraq

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister said Sat. that the United States gathered terrorist from around the world and armed them to the point that they took over most regions of Syria and Iraq.

New destroyer, submarines to join Iranian navy: MoD

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that two Ghadir-class submarines and one Sahand destroyer will join the Iranian navy in the next three days.

Defense Ministry unveils 3 achievements in aviation sector

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Amir Hatami unveiled on Mon. three achievements in the aviation sector, including a 212 emergency helicopter and a Fokker 100 engine combustion chamber.

Iran Air Show starts on Kish Island

TEHRAN, Nov. 26 (MNA) – The ninth edition of Iran Air Show kicked off this morning (Monday) on Kish Island in the Persian Gulf, and will continue through Nov. 29.