Iran's Minister of Defense

Defense Min.:

Iran to give crushing response to any Zionists' unwise move

TEHRAN, Sep. 20 (MNA) – The Islamic Republic of Iran will give a crushing response to any irrational move by the enemies, the Iranian Defense Minister said in reaction to the stupid statements and slanders of the Zionist enemies of the country.

Brig. Gen. Ashtiani:

MoD to monitor defense, military progresses in region, world

TEHRAN, Sep. 15 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Defense said that his ministry is seriously determined to monitor the developments and progresses of defense and military industries in the region and world precisely.

Defense min. vows to support passive defense org. projects

TEHRAN, Sep. 11 (MNA) – Iranian newly appointed Defense Minister Brigadier General Ashtiani has announced the full readiness of the Ministry of Defense to support the plans and programs of Iran's passive defense organization.

Boosting defense power necessary to counter arrogant powers

TEHRAN, Aug. 29 (MNA) – Upgrading military capabilities and developing defense power is necessary to counter the threats and coercion of the arrogant powers, Head of Ideological-Political Organization of the Ministry of Defense said.

Strengthening Iran defense capabilities MoD's priority: min.

TEHRAN, Aug. 29 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad-Reza Gharaei Ashtiani said that strengthening the combat capability of the Armed Forces and upgrading defense systems will be the priority in the Ministry of Defense.

Upgrading defense tech priority of proposed defense min.

TEHRAN, Aug. 14 (MNA) – President Raeisi's introduced minister to the Parliament Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani said upgrading defense technology with a specific emphasis on missile power is the priority of the defense ministry.

Defense Minister:

Iran-Venezuela ties strategic, brotherly

TEHRAN, Aug. 05 (MNA) – Iran Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami considered the relations between Iran and Venezuela as strategic, deep and brotherly and emphasized strengthening bilateral cooperation with Caracas.

Brig. Gen. Hatami:

Enemies trying to destroy Iran's values, culture

TEHRAN, Jul. 31 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense (MoD) said that enemies of the country are trying to destroy sublime values and culture of the Islamic Revolution using thousands of satellite networks, etc. without any restrictions.

Bright future drawn ahead of Iran defense industry: Cmdr.

TEHRAN, Jun. 07 (MNA) – Deputy Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Commander Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Mousavi said that bright and rosy future awaits the defense industry of the country.

US troops withdrawal to contribute to Iraq security

TEHRAN, Apr. 13 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami points to the need for withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, noting that the measure will boost the country’s security.

Iran MoD blames foreign intervention for regional instability

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister has said that intervention by powers beyond the region is the root cause of the threats against regional stability.

Tajik defense min. arrives in Iran for bilateral talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 06 (MNA) – Tajikistan Minister of Defense Col. General Sherali Mirzo arrived in Tehran on Tuesday at the official invitation of his Iranian counterpart Brigadier General Amir Hatami to discuss bilateral relations.

Defense Ministry unveils indigenous weapons

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Ministry unveiled seven rifles and shotguns, including an assault rifle called Masaf, on Sunday.

Iran self-reliant in arms production: Defense Minister

TEHRAN, Feb. 09 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said the country has gained self-sufficiency in the majority of its arms industry, thanks to the incessant efforts of its young military experts.

Defense min.:

Anti-armor, air defense missiles range, speed to be increased

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – Referring to the inauguration of the center for manufacturing solid fuel, Iran’s Defense Minister said that it can effectively increase the range and speed of surface-to-surface anti-tank missiles and low altitude air defense.

Hatami:

'Zol-Jannah' satellite carrier proves Iran's scientific power

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that the Zol-Jannah combined satellite carrier proved the scientific power of the country.

Iran defense minister meets with Indian counterpart

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister has met with his Indian counterpart to discuss a wide range of bilateral, regional, and international issues.

Iran-India relations enjoy of paramount importance: MoD

TEHRAN, Feb. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that the relationship between Islamic Republic of Iran and India is of special significance.

World's ambassadors sign Memorial Book of Martyr Fakhrizadeh

TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) – A number high-ranking officials of the world condemned the assassination of Martyr Mohsen Fakhrizadeh by signing the Memorial Book of the Iranian top nuclear scientist at the presence of Defence Minister Hatami.

Defense min. vows Iran's cooperation to rebuild Syria

TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense stressed the determination of Iran to continue cooperation with Syria in the reconstruction phase of this country.

Iranian, Iraqi military officials hold meeting in Tehran

TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – Chief of General Staff of Iranian Armed Forces met and held talks with the Iraqi Minister of Defense on Sunday in Tehran.

Iraqi defense min. to visit Iran for bilateral talks

TEHRAN, Nov. 13 (MNA) – Iraqi Minister of Defense Juma Inad Saadoun will visit Islamic Republic of Iran on Saturday Nov. 14 at the head of a high-ranking delegation of military commanders.

Iran has made great achievements in satellites fields: Hatami

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Iran's Minister of Defense Brigadier General Amir Hatami said that Islamic Republic of Iran has made great achievements in the fields of satellites and satellite carriers.

Armed forces, main pillar of country's progress: Defense min.

TEHRAN, Oct. 08 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense said that the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran is the main element of power-creating, development and progress of the country.