Security
Latest Security News in Iran – Defence and military news, including stories from neighbouring states and the troubled region which might be important for Iran. This section contains news on the Armed Forces, the IRGC, intelligence services, and border guards.
IRGC Busts Terror Group in Northwestern Iran
Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces have smashed a group of terrorists in a northwestern Iranian province, according to a senior commander.
Tight Security Measures Planned for Iran President’s Inauguration Day
Iran’s Interior Ministry has decided to raise security level at the Parliament from during the upcoming swearing-in ceremony for President Hassan Rouhani, a deputy minister announced.
Fortune Telling: A Booming Business in Iran Cyberspace
Fortune-tellers are cashing in on the laxity of rules in the virtual space to expand their business in Iran.
Iran, US Navies Engage in Second Encounter in One Week
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the USS Nimitz has fired warning shots at an armed Iranian patrol boat on Friday in the Persian Gulf in the second clash between the two sides over the past few days.
‘ISIS Seeking to Establish Cyber-Caliphate’
A senior Iranian police official says ISIS has turned to the cyberspace to recruit operatives and coordinate its terrorist operations.
IRGC ‘Neutralizes’ US Vessel’s Provocation in Persian Gulf
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that one of its patrol ships has neutralized an act of provocation by a US military ship north of the Persian Gulf, south of Iran.
IRGC Condemns Israeli Attack on Al-Aqsa Mosque
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps voiced Iran’s strong protest at Israeli aggressive measures against Al-Aqsa Mosque, and said Zionists are fearing a new Intifada by Palestinian youth.
Iran President Meets Top IRGC Commanders
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, in a meeting with top IRGC commanders, hailed the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps' services, stressing that unity among all Iranian forces is key to serving the nation.
Iran, Iraq Agree to Boost Military Cooperation
The defense ministers of Iran and Iraq signed an agreement on Sunday to boost military cooperation between the two neighbors in a host of fields, including counterterrorism.
Iran Seizes Intruding Saudi Vessel with 5 on Board
The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has seized a Saudi vessel after it trespassed on the country’s territorial waters in the Persian Gulf, an official with the Fisheries Organization of Bushehr Province says.
Iran Launches Line for Mass Production of New Air Defence Missile
Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan on Sunday inaugurated the mass production line of a long-range air defense missile dubbed Sayyad-3 (Hunter-3), which is fully designed and manufactured by domestic military experts.
Iran Foils Terrorist Attack on NW Borders
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force announced that it has managed to smash a team of terrorists in an operation near the northwestern border of Iran, killing and injuring seven militants.
US Bases in Mideast to Become Insecure If IRGC Blacklisted: Commander
A top Iranian commander has warned against the repercussions of Washington’s possible designation of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, saying the move would cost the US dear.
Iran Seizes 111 Kilograms of Opium Hidden in Tyres
Iran’s security forces have seized at least 110 kilograms of opium embedded in the tyres of a truck near the northeastern city of Mashhad.
Websites Filtered Only by Judicial Decrees: Iranian Official
A top Iranian Judiciary official says websites and other online services could be blocked only through judicial decrees, not based on a certain official’s opinion.
2 Iranian Locals Killed in Fresh Attack by Pakistan-Based Terrorists
Terrorists based in Pakistan have fired projectiles at Iran's border region of Saravan, killing two local workers, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said in a statement.
‘Int’l Conference Should Be Held on Fight against ISIS’
Major General Qassemi Soleimani, the commander of IRGC Quds Force, says it is necessary to hold international conferences on fighting the ISIS terrorist group.
Iran Relies on Its People for Development, Security: Zarif
Iranian foreign minister says the country relies on local resources for development and looks to its own people for its legitimacy and security, while regional states are either supported by a foreign country or expect to receive such backing.
Europe Source of Dangerous Weed Smuggled into Iran
An Iranian official says a dangerous type of illicit drug is being smuggled into the country from a number of European states.
Iran Seizes Trespassing Saudi Boat with 4 on Board
The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has seized a Saudi vessel after trespassing on the Islamic Republic’s territorial waters in the Persian Gulf.
21 ISIS Terrorists Nabbed in Northeast Iran
An Iranian official says at least 21 ISIS terrorists have been arrested in a massive operation across the northeastern province of Khorasan Razavi.
Iran Calls for Int’l Cooperation against Drug Trafficking
The speaker of Iran’s Parliament says the fight against illicit drug trafficking requires coherent and serious international efforts.
Iran Leader Urges IRGC to Boost Missile Power
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has underlined the need for the country to boost its missile defense capability.
Iran to Give Crushing Response to Aggressors: General Soleimani
Major General Qassem Soleimani, the Commander of the IRGC Quds Force, says any aggressor who crosses Iran’s red lines will receive its devastating response.
IRGC Promoting Peace in Middle East: Top Commander
Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), says the military organization seeks to promote peace in the Middle East, but peace can’t be secured only through negotiation.
