Iran Defense Ministry

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.

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.

'Iran, Russia had good experience in fight against terrorism'

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – Deputy Coordinator of Iranian Defense Ministry said that Iran and Russia have had successful experience in field of regional and international cooperation in the fight against terrorism, extremism and defeating ISIL in Syria.

Army's drone capability beholden to defense industry experts

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – Iran’s Army Chief Commander said that the increase in combat power and the significant improvement of the army's drone and missile capabilities were achieved in the light of the efforts of defense industry scientists.

IAIO seeking to produce indigenous fighters, wide-body drones

TEHRAN, Aug. 23 (MNA) – The Head of Iran Aviation Industries Organization says Iranian experts in IAIO are seeking to upgrade and produce indigenous fighters and advanced wide-body drones so as to meet the country's needs in defense area.

New upgrades to improve Bavar-373 to S400 level

TEHRAN, Aug. 23 (MNA) – An official with the Iranian Defense Ministry says the homemade Bavar-373 missile system will soon receive upgrades.

Iran defense power not threatening any country, nation

TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – Iran military authority is aimed at preventing threats and maintaining the security of the country, and it is not a threat to any country or nation, Head of Ideological-Political Organization of the Ministry of Defense said.

Communications networking, power factor in modern wars: MoD

TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – Calling communications networking a power factor in modern wars, tCEO of Electronic Industries Organization of the Ministry of Defense said that Ministry of Defense has managed to localize communications networks in country.

Iran’s Army statement:

Defense industry must give firm response to enemies threats

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – Army Force of the Islamic Republic Iran in a statement said that the defense industry of the country must provide suitable way for giving a decisive response to the sanctions and threats of enemies waged against the country.

Iran defense industry progress set a new model in intl. level

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – The eye-catching and salient achievements of the defense industry of the Islamic Republic of Iran in international arenas set a new defense model for world countries interested in achieving independence.

IRGC helping Turkey to put out fire by 1 plane, 2 helicopters

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Following several wildfires in the forests of the southern provinces of Turkey, one Ilyushin 76 aircraft and two MI 171 helicopters of the IRGC Aerospace Force have been involved in firefighting operations in Turkey.

Iran MoD helps Turkey in fire control operations

TEHRAN, Aug. 01 (MNA) – Referring to the participation of the Ministry of Defense firefighting aircraft in fire control operations in Turkey, the Iranian envoy in Ankara said firefighting helicopters will also take part in the relief operation.

Defense minister:

3rd clinical trial phase of "Fakhra" vaccine to begin soon

TEHRAN, Jul. 27 (MNA) – Iran defense minister said Tuesday that the third clinical trial phase of "Fakhra" vaccine that is another Covid-19 vaccine produced by the armed forces will start within the next two weeks.