Iran Defense Ministry

Statement:

Iran strategy in confronting threat relies on all-out defense

TEHRAN, Oct. 30 (MNA) – On the occasion of Passive Defense Week, the Ministry of Defense issued a statement on Sunday evening and said that the strategy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in confronting threats depends on the comprehensive defense.

Brig. Gen. Ashtiani:

Strengthening missile power Iran's MoD main plan

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – Iran's Minister of Defense said that Iran, as one of the countries that has the technology to manufacture all kinds of missiles, is considered a powerful country in the world.

Brig. Gen. Ashtiani:

MoD role outstanding in identifying, responding threat timely

TEHRAN, Oct. 15 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Defense said that the key role of his ministry and outstanding role of the Armed Forces in identifying, monitoring, confronting and responding to threats timely and effectively is obvious to everyone.

Deputy MoD:

Iran displays its defense capabilities in Baku exhibition

TEHRAN, Sep. 06 (MNA) – The Iranian Deputy Minister of Defense said that Iran has displayed a part of its defense capabilities and achievements in ground-, air- and sea combats at Azerbaijan International Defense Exhibition (ADEX).

IRGC cheif:

Iran ready to respond to threats at any level

TEHRAN, Sep. 01 (MNA) – The commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran enjoys enough defense products so that it is ready to respond to threats at any level.

Iran Armed Forces unveil latest precision strike drone

TEHRAN, Aug. 28 (MNA) – Iranian Defense Ministry unveils the latest precision strike unmanned aerial vehicle manufactured by the country's Armed Forces.

Parl. speaker:

Defense industry increased effective deterrence power in Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says that defense industry has increased the effective deterrence power in the country.

MoD Capabilities' Exhibition in production, economy kicks off

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – The Exhibition of Capabilities of the Ministry of Defense in knowledge-based economy and production was inaugurated on Tuesday with the participation of Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad-Reza Ashtiani.

Iranian Defense Minister:

Launching Tehran-Caracas direct flight valuable measure

TEHRAN, Aug. 01 (MNA) – Hailing the strategic relationship between Tehran and Caracas, the Iranian Defence Minister assessed the launching of direct flight between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Venezuela as a valuable measure.

Iran defense minister:

Israeli regime presence in region only brings insecurity

TEHRAN, Jul. 19 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister held a meeting with Commander of Royal Navy of Oman Rear Admiral Saif Bin Nasser Bin Mohsin Al Rahbi in Tehran Tues. during which he warned against the Israeli regime's presence in the region.

US reacts to successful launch of Zoljanah satellite carrier

TEHRAN, Jun. 26 (MNA) – The White House on Sunday reacted to Iran's successful launch of Zoljanah satellite vehicle and expressed concern about it.

Zoljanah tested again for research purposes: Iran MoD

TEHRAN, Jun. 26 (MNA) – A spokesman for the Iranian defense ministry said that the Zoljanah satellite launch vehicle has been tested again for research purposes.

Defense Min. Spox.:

3 research launches planned for Zol-Jannah satellite carrier

TEHRAN, Jun. 15 (MNA) – Three research launches have been planned for the homegrown Zol-Jannah satellite carrier, a spokesman for Iran's Defense Ministry in space affairs said, adding that one research launch has been conducted.

Iran MoD says one engineer martyred in incident in Parchin

TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) – The Iranian defense ministry said in a statement on Thursday that in an incident at Parchin region, one engineer was martyred while one of his colleagues was also injured.

Iran’s 'domestically manufactured' Simorgh aircraft unveiled

TEHRAN, May 19 (MNA) – The "Simorgh" transport aircraft, built by the specialists of the Iran Aviation Industries Organization was unveiled in the presence of Iran's Minister of Defense in Isfahan province.

Iran Defense Min. urges for unity against enemies plots

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense called on the Islamic countries to unite with greater amity and solidarity against plots and conspiracies designed by the western powers.

MoD unveils new land, air, naval defense combat achievements

TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Ministry of Defense in a ceremony unveiled new defense achievements in the field of ground, air, naval combats.

Rear Admiral Rastegari:

Iran joins producers of automated external defibrillator

TEHRAN, Feb. 16 (MNA) – CEO of Iranian Defense Ministry's Electronics Industries Rear Admiral Amir Rastegari said that Iran joined the club of manufacturers of the automated external defibrillator (AED).

MoD unveils 10 upgraded defense systems, missiles

TEHRAN, Feb. 13 (MNA) – Ten upgraded defense systems and missiles in the field of ground combat, were unveiled on Sunday in the presence of Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani.

Ministry of Defense unveils two new advanced drones

TEHRAN, Feb. 12 (MNA) – The drone achievements of Aviation Industries Organization of the Ministry of Defense were unveiled on Saturday in the presence of Iranian Minister of Defense Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani.

Iran’s defense min. congratulates counterparts on Christmas

TEHRAN, Jan. 01 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Defense on Saturday congratulated his counterparts on the occasion of birth anniversary of Jesus Christ (PBUH) and the beginning of the New Christian Year (2022).

“Simorgh” satellite carrier successfully launched into space

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Spokesman for Iranian Defense Ministry’s Space Group Seyyed Ahmad Hosseini on Thursday announced that “Simorgh” Satellite Carrier successfully launched three research cargoes into the space.

Iranian Dep. Defense Minister:

Security model in West Asia must be indigenous

TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) – Iran seeks a security model without the intervention of trans-regional actors, Iran's deputy defense minister said, noting that this model is based on the presence of regional actors who have acommon understanding of security.

Iranian Defense Ministry:

US Embassy Takeover symbol of resistance against arrogance

TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – The Iranian Defense Ministry said in a statement that Aban 13 (Day of US Embassy Takeover), is a symbol of resistance against oppression and the arrogant powers in the world.

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.

Defence min. ready to handover Fakhra vaccine to health min.

TEHRAN, Sep. 11 (MNA) – The director of the new Iranian-made Fakhra vaccine project said Saturday that the Ministry of Defense is ready to deliver the vaccine to the Ministry of Health to be used in the national vaccination campign.

"Fakhra" vaccine to join Iran vaccination campaign

TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister said Thursday that "Fakhra" vaccines made by the Iranian armed forces have successfully passed their clinical trial phases and have gained the necessary permits to join the vaccination campaign.

Hajizadeh:

IRGC to coop. with MoD to enhance missile power

TEHRAN, Sep. 04 (MNA) – Brigadier General Amirali Hajizadeh said that the IRGC Aerospace Force will expand its cooperation with the Ministry of Defense to enhance the IRGC's missile power.

Army chief cmdr.:

MOD playing notable role in enhancing Iran’s defense capacity

TEHRAN, Aug. 31 (MNA) – Iran’s Army Chief Commander said that the defense ministry has a significant role in enhancing the defense capabilities of armed forces.