Iran ready to expand military coop. with Bolivia: MoD

TEHRAN, May 15 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has said Iran is ready to increase military cooperation with friendly countries, including Bolivia, which pursue an independent foreign policy.

Iran considers Afghanistan’s security as its own security: defense minister

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Iran’s defense minister said in a joint press conference with his Afghan counterpart that Iran considers Afghanistan’s security as its own security, vowing to spare no efforts in the fight against terrorism.

No foreign power able to raise threats against Iran: MoD

TEHRAN, May. 09 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Wednesday that Iran’s defensive power is at a level that no foreign power is able to pose threats against the country.

Regional security interconnected: Iran Defense Min.

TEHRAN, Apr. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Amir Hatami says regional security is interconnected and as such, the country’s Armed Forces are tasked with preserving security and stability across the region.

Iran Army overhauls another F-4 fighter jet

TEHRAN, Apr. 29 (MNA) – Experts and technical staff at Mehrabad’s Shahid Lashkari Air Force Base have overhauled a grounded F-4 fighter jet.

Maj. Gen. Mousavi pays visit to SW defense units

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Army Abdolrahim Mousavi is on a tour to Iranian southwestern province of Khuzestan to make an evaluation of the forces’ readiness in that region.

Comdr. says Iranian new tank to join defense forces soon

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Army Ground Forces' Commander Brigadier General Kiumars Heidari told the media that the new Iranian tank, Karrar, will soon be broadly used in the defense mechanism of the country.

Iran’s defense ministry ready to help Iraqi armed forces: Iranian min.

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – during a meeting with Iraqi Army's Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Othman al-Ghanmi, Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami reassured that Iran is ready to cooperate with Iraq in all areas.

Iran, Iraq to hold 1st defense coop. commission

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Upon arriving in Baghdad, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami, told the media that Iran and Iraq will hold their first defense cooperation joint commission during the time of his stay in Iraq.

Iran unveils new missile system on Army Day

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iranian Army unveiled 'Kamin-2' missile system during a ceremony to commemorate the anniversary of National Army Day in Tehran today.

Pres. Rouhani:

Iran to continue boosting Army; strategy to remain deterrence  

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – President Rouhani stressed Wed. that the strategy of Iran’s Army will always remain deterrence of aggression and coercion as the country continues to boost military capabilities of its Army and IRGC.

Iran marks Army Day with nationwide parades

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Iran is commemorating its Army Day, marking the establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Army, on Wed. during a ceremony attended by President Hassan Rouhani and top military brass.

IRGC chief hails Army’s defensive capabilities

TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forwarded a message to Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Army extending greetings on the Iranian National Army Day.

Army guarantee for defensive power, deterrent might of Iran: statement

TEHRAN, Apr. 17 (MNA) – The Iranian army has guaranteed the defensive capability and deterrent power of the Islamic Republic of Iran, reads a statement issued by Iranian Ministry of Defense and Logistical Support on Tuesday.

MoD:

Iran to respond vigorously to enemies’ miscalculations

TEHRAN, Apr. 10 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Defense (MoD) Brigadier General Amir Hatami considered Iran as undisputed regional superpower and said, “Islamic Republic of Iran will give a harsh response to any miscalculation of enemies.”

Iranian cmdr. rejects alleged aerial incursion into Iran's airspace

TEHRAN, Apr. 09 (MNA) – Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Air Defense Base commander has rejected recently alleged aerial incursion into Iranian airspace as false and worthless.

Cmdr. Rashid:

Iran follows defense-deterrence with active presence on waters

TEHRAN, Apr. 07 (MNA) – Commander of Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters said Sat. that Iran follows the policy of “defense-deterrence” through an “inclusive and active” presence in Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman.

Boroujerdi:

Iran needs to strengthen 'look-to-east' policy

TEHRAN, Mar. 18 (MNA) – In reaction to the new EU sanctions on Iran over its missile program, an Iranian senior MP says Iran should turn its focus toward East and its neighboring countries as the best option.

No need for concern over Iran’s missiles: Pres. Rouhani

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – Iranian President Rouhani said Wed. that no country needs to worry about the development of Iran’s defense and missile program, adding that the Islamic Republic’s power will always be in service of strengthening the countries in need.

IRGC dep. cmdr.:

Iran’s defense power not containable

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – The Deputy Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) hailed Iran’s technological achievements in defense, stressing that the country's defense capabilities are neither "negotiable" nor "containable".

No bargain allowed on Iran defense power: Rouhani

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – President Rouhani stated that Iran demands peace and security in the region, stressing "all regional countries can think of a great union for economy, energy and tourism by relying on the power and peacefulness of Iranian nation."

IRGC unveils ‘Azarakhsh’ anti-armored missile

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – IRGC has unveiled on Wednesday a new domestically-manufactured anti-armored missile called ‘Azarakhsh’ (‘Lightning’), as well as a number of other recent IRGC ground forces’ achievements.

IRGC cmdr:

IRGC to boost drone, helicopter units

TEHRAN, Feb. 28 (MNA) – The Commander-in-Chief of IRGC, Maj. Gen. Mohammad Ali Jafari, announced the Guard Corps’ plan to boost drone and helicopter capabilities due to their decisive roles during operations.

Iran after establishing law-bound security in region: DefMin

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Visiting Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hatami told his Azerbaijani counterpart Hasanov, in Baku on Wednesday, that Iran is after setting up security in the region in the framework of law.

Army cmdr.:

Iran’s defense walls to go higher

TEHRAN, Feb. 13 (MNA) – Iran’s Army Commander-in-Chief Brig. Gen. Mousavi said Tue. that the country would build its defense walls even higher against any intrusion by ‘thieves’.

Iran not to seek permission for defense, missile capabilities

TEHRAN, Feb. 11 (MNA) – In a meeting with French delegation, Ali Akbar Velayati said that if Macron raises Iran's missile program issue during his visit to Tehran, he will receive negative response from Iran.

Army cmdr.:

Psychological operations, cyberspace at forefront of confronting enemies in combined war

TEHRAN, Feb. 9 (MNA) – Iran’s army commander says the enemies are waging a mixture of a psychological and an armed war against the country, warning that the cyberspace is at the forefront of the new version of war.