Military Cooperation

Putin voices solidarity with Maduro amid escalated US actions

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated Moscow’s solidarity with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his government as the United States intensifies military and economic aggression against the Latin nation.

Iran ambassador to Russia:

Iran-Russia military coop. progressing according to plans

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) – The Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali has said that Moscow and Tehran are advancing their military-defense relations according to the plans, while the enemies are trying hard to find out about that cooperation.

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.

Iran grabs 3 medals on 1st day of CISM weightlifting contest

TEHRAN, Nov. 04 (MNA) – The representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Armed Forces on Tuesday won three bronze medals in snatch, clean and jerk at the first CISM Military Championship Challenge.

Iraq praises Iran’s support, hopes for closer ties

TEHRAN, Oct. 20 (MNA) – The President of Iraq’s National Defense University praised the unwavering support and assistance of Iran for Iraq and expressed hope that the amicable ties between the two countries will be further expanded in future.

Iran defense minister arrives in Turkey for talks

TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nassirzadeh, arrived in Turkey on Wednesday to discuss military cooperation with Ankara.

China has no plans to deploy peacekeepers in Ukraine: FM

TEHRAN, Aug. 25 (MNA) – China does not intend to deploy a military contingent in Ukraine as part of security guarantees, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian said at a briefing.

Russia, Iran stress boosting military cooperation

TEHRAN, May 29 (MNA) – Russia's Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu has expressed his country's determination to keep enhancing cooperation with Iran in the military-technical field.

Iran eyes closer military relations with Armenia: min.

TEHRAN, May 22 (MNA) – The Iranian defense minister has welcomed stronger military ties with Armenia, saying the two neighbors complement each other in certain fields.

Iran's armed forces at apex of preparedness: Gen. Bagheri

TEHRAN, May 22 (MNA) – Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri says that the country's armed forces are at the climax of readiness, warning that any threats will be responded at the same level.

Iran, Armenia to conduct joint military exercise

TEHRAN, Apr. 09 (MNA) – Iran and the Republic of Armenia will carry out joint military exercise on April 9-10, 2025.

US Pres. Trump:

China wants a deal but they don't know how to get it started

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump claims that China wants a deal but it does not know how to get it started.

Chinese nationals fighting for Russia captured: Zelenskyy

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday claimed arresting two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russian forces in the eastern Donetsk region.

Russia not to give military help as per treaty with Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 08 (MNA) – A Russian Deputy Foreign Minister has said that Moscow will not be obliged to provide military assistance to Tehran under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement previously signed with Iran in case of a US attack.

Indonesia to deploy military delegation to Iran

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – The defense minister of Indonesia unveiled plans to dispatch a military delegation to Iran to pursue the implementation of the bilateral agreements.

Trump:

US to dramatically increase military sales to India

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump says the country plans to ramp up weapons sales to India this year, including F-35 fighter jets.

Algeria and US sign MoU on military cooperation: Defense min.

TEHRAN, Jan. 22 (MNA) – Algeria signed a memorandum of understanding with the United States on Wednesday that focuses on military cooperation, its defense ministry said in a statement.

Iran, Pakistan boosting all-out military cooperation: Bagheri

TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) – Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri says Iran and Pakistan are expanding military cooperation in various fields.

Gen. Bagheri arrives in Islamabad for bilateral talks

TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) – Chief of Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Bagheri arrived in Pakistan’s capital of Islamabad on Sunday at the head of a high-ranking military delegation to enhance joint military cooperation with Pakistan.

Zakharova rejects UK, Ukraine deal as "null and void"

TEHRAN, Jan. 18 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova weighed in on the recently-signed '100-year partnership' agreement between Ukraine and the UK, sharply criticizing the deal.

US boosts Fiji military ties in ‘historic’ visit

TEHRAN, Nov. 23 (MNA) –  The United States and Fiji have started talks aimed at strengthening military ties between Washington and the Pacific island nation, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Saturday, concluding a trip to the Indo Pacific.

Iran, Azerbaijan top brass underline military, defense coop.

TEHRAN, Nov. 19 (MNA) – Senior military officials from Iran and Azerbaijan underline continued military and defense cooperation between the neighboring countries.

Chief of General Staff of S Arabia Armed Forces to visit Iran

TEHRAN, Nov. 10 (MNA) – Chief of General Staff of Saudi Arabian Armed Forces Lieutenant-General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili will visit Iran on Sunday at the head of a high-ranking military delegation.

US blacklists Chinese firms over alleged Iran military links

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – There is no respite to the United States’ unilateral sanctions policy as Washington had added six Chinese companies to its export blacklist for allegedly supporting both Iranian and Chinese militaries.

Russia to give military aid to N. Korea if it attacked

TEHRAN, Oct. 16 (MNA) –  Russia will provide military assistance to North Korea if the country comes under attack, as is stipulated by a treaty between Moscow and Pyongyang, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said.

Russian defense min. arrives in Beijing for talks

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov on Monday arrived in Beijing on an official visit, the Russian defense ministry said.

China warns;

US military aid to create real status quo in Taiwan Strait

TEHRAN, Oct. 01 (MNA) – Foreign Ministry Spokesperson says US's military aid will cause the greatest disruption to the real status quo in the Taiwan Strait.

Islamabad signs contract to sell JF-17 fighter jets to Baku

TEHRAN, Sep. 28 (MNA) – Pakistan's military has announed that the country has signed a contract to sell JF-17 Thunder Block III jet fighters to Azerbaijan Republic.

Iran, S Africa emphasize boosting military-defense coop.

TEHRAN, Sep. 20 (MNA) – The military officials of Iran and South Africa stressed the need to enhance cooperation in the military and defense fields.

Russian deputy FM:

Moscow-Tehran ties not affect third countries’ security

TEHRAN, Sep. 14 (MNA) – The cooperation between Moscow and Tehran does not affect the security of the third countries, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said.