Iran's Military
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Iran recasts military doctrine around emerging technologies
TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – As hybrid and technology-driven warfare replaces conventional threats, Iran’s top military commanders are redefining national defense around artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, and advanced indigenous technologies.
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Army chief says;
Iran's Army constantly strengthening defense capabilities
TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran's Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami emphasized that the Iranian military has continuously enhanced its defensive strength since the 12-day war, maintaining deterrence against Israel and the US.
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Iran taking new steps to boost security along borders
TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) – Iran is implementing new security measures along its borders to defend against reported escalating threats in the east and the west.
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Rear Admiral Sayyari:
Homegrown production of destroyer symbol of self-sufficiency
TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army for Coordination Affairs Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has said that Iran could manufacture its first sophisticated “Jamaran” destroyer which is a symbol of self-sufficiency and progress.
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Top diplomat;
Iran’s defensive capabilities strengthened since June war
TEHRAN, Nov. 16 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that Iran’s defensive capabilities have significantly strengthened since the imposed war in June, adding that the country is fully prepared to respond strongly in case of renewed war.
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Army official says;
Iran strengthening military capabilities in all domains
TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army for Coordination Affairs said that the country is constantly strengthening military capabilities in all domains, stressing that it remains a permanent strategic directive.
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IRGC now far more prepared than during 12-day war
TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Pakpour told parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission that the IRGC is currently at “the peak of power and readiness,” surpassing its preparedness during the 12-day war with Israel.
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Advisor to Leader:
Over 16 Israeli pilots killed during 12-day war
TEHRAN, Sep. 28 (MNA) – A senior military advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says that over 16 Israeli pilots were killed during the 12-day war imposed on Iran by the Zionist regime.
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Iran military fully ready to confront renewed aggression: VP
TEHRAN, Sep. 10 (MNA) – Iran's First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref said Wednesday that the country's military is fully prepared to respond to a renewed "acts of mischief" by the enemies.
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Iran, Turkey can be the key to regional stability: Ghalibaf
TEHRAN, Jul. 30 (MNA) – In a meeting with his Turkish counterpart Numan Kurtulmus Tuesday, the Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf emphasized that the two influential Muslim nations can guarantee regional stability together.
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Ghalibaf hails great command of military after Israeli attack
TEHRAN, Jul. 10 (MNA) – Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has hailed the swift and wise actions taken by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in the first hours after Israel initiated the recent 12-day war.
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Iran armed forces are more prepared than ever: military spox
TEHRAN, Jun. 30 (MNA) – Abolfazl Shekarchi, spokesman of the Iranian military has warned that Iranian armed forces are more prepared than ever in case of renewed aggression by the Zionist regime.
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In case of any attack;
Iran to give stronger response to Israel than past operations
TEHRAN, Jun. 05 (MNA) – The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami, has declared that Iran is fully prepared to face any possible scenario.
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Iran's army unveils next-generation VTOL drone fleet
TEHRAN, May 27 (MNA) – Homa, Dideban, and Shahin-1 are the vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones developed for the Islamic Republic of Iran Army, which were unveiled earlier this week at a drone and air base in Zahedan, southeastern Iran.
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Iran marks anniversary of Epic of Khorramshahr
TEHRAN, May 23 (MNA) – On May 24, 1982, Iranian armed forces liberated the city of Khorramshahr in a large-scale operation code-named Beit al-Moqaddas from the foreign-backed Baathist dictatorial regime of Saddam Hussein.
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Iran air defense capabilities up by several times: Bagheri
TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, says the capabilities and preparedness of the country's air defense has increased by several times compared to last year.
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Why is Iran's Qassem Basir missile a military asset?
TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) – On Sunday, Iran officially unveiled its latest missile, the recently test-fired Qassem Basir, which is a solid-fuel ballistic missile with a range of 1,200 kilometers.
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IRGC Spox.:
'Operation True Promise I' world's biggest drone operation
TEHRAN, Apr. 15 (MNA) – The IRGC spokesperson hailed "True Promise I" as the world's largest drone operation and the first direct military confrontation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Israel, signaling Iran's military capabilities.
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Report;
Iran readied missiles for potential response amid US threats
TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – Iran's armed forces have readied missiles with the capability to strike US-related positions, amid ongoing threats of military action from President Donald Trump, a news outlet has learned.
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Iranian Armed Forces vow ‘harsh response’ to any threat
TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran says it will give a harsh and strong reaction to any threat, aggression, and warmongering by enemies.
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IRGC Navy Cmdr.:
Iran capable of striking enemy bases in any location
TEHRAN, Mar. 29 (MNA) – Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri reaffirmed Iran’s military capabilities, warned against threats, and rejected any negotiations on its missile arsenals.
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Pezeshkian holds meeting with senior military commanders
TEHRAN, Mar. 16 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian held an intimate meeting with the senior military commanders of Iranian armed forces on Saturday during the holy fasting month of Ramadan.
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Iranian Military Spokesman:
Iran may ratify only 2 protocols of CCW
TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – A yet-to-be-approved parliamentary bill will permit Iran to ratify only two protocols of the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW), the Iranian Defense Ministry’s spokesperson said.
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Senior Army commander:
Iran to change military tactics, techniques based on threats
TEHRAN, Mar. 02 (MNA) – A senior Iranian commander says the country will change its military techniques and tactics in response to evolving threats.
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Defense minister:
Iran exports military equipment to 30 countries
TEHRAN, Feb. 22 (MNA) – Iran's Defense Minister Major General Aziz Nasirzadeh announced that the Islamic Republic of Iran is now exporting military equipment to 30 countries worldwide.
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VIDEO: Iran showcases arial achievements in Dezful
TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – The military capabilities of Iran's armed forces were showcased in the Dezfoul exhibition of aerial achievements.
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Iran Army Aerospace Force to unveil new achievements
TEHRAN, Feb. 11 (MNA) – The Aerospace Force of Iran's Army is set to unveil new achievements.
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Iran to unveil AI-enhanced cruise missiles with over 1,000 km range
TEHRAN, Feb. 10 (MNA) – Iran’s IRGC Navy Commander, Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has announced the development of long-range cruise missiles exceeding 1,000 km, integrating artificial intelligence for enhanced targeting capabilities.
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IRGC Navy Cmdr. unveils Shahid Bagheri done carrier features
TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – The Commander of the IRGC Navy Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has explained the unique features of the Shahid (martyr) Bagheri drone carrier warship which was unveiled on Thursday for the first time.
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VIDEO: Watch Iran's air defense systems destroying targets
TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Footage shows Iran's latest unveiled air defense system "Bavar 373" destroying long-range targets in a military exercise.