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.
Tehran Urges Netherlands to Protect Iranian Diplomats, Embassy
Iran’s ambassador to The Hague called on high-ranking officials of the Netherlands to preserve the security of Iranian diplomats and the country’s embassy in the European country after Wednesday’s attack on Iran's embassy building.
Iranian, Russian Navies to Conduct Joint Military Excercise
The Iranian navy's commander announced Iran and Russia will hold joint military drills in the Caspian Sea in the near future, stressing the two countries' opposition to military presence of external powers in the region.
Iran to Send Warships to Atlantic Ocean
The Iranian Army’s Navy is to send its strongest warships to the Atlantic Ocean early spring, in its longest operation in the past decades which is estimated to last over five months.
Iranian Intelligence Deals New Blow to Israel’s Shin Bet, Journalist Says
The Israeli intelligence services have received a new blow from their Iranian counterparts following the arrest of a former Israeli minister on the charge of spying for Iran, an Iranian journalist said.
Iran Warns Regional States against Pinning Hope on US Support
Chief of Staff of Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri warned regional states against pinning hope on the US support, saying the sudden withdrawal of US from Syria shows the country could not be trusted with keeping its word.
US Does Not Dare Mention Military Option against Iran: IRGC
The top commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the United States' power is on the decline and faced with Iran's increasing might, it does not dare mention the military option against the Islamic Republic anymore.
Iranian Army to Hold Military Excercies Soon
Iran's Army plans to hold new war games within the next three months, Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi said.
Iran, Russia Must Increase Military Cooperation
A senior Iranian commander says considering the sensitive situation in the region and the spread of terrorism, Tehran and Moscow should move to upgrade military ties and boost their anti-terror fight.
Iran Leader Urges Police to Win People’s Trust
Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has thanked police forces for their efforts to improve their behaviour towards the people, saying such efforts are useful in winning people’s trust.
Iran Denies It Fired Missiles at US Flotilla in Persian Gulf
A senior Iranian commander has denied as “sheer lie” the rumours that Iran fired rockets at an American flotilla in the Persian Gulf during the IRGC war games.
‘Iran to Keep Developing Defence Power’
A senior Iranian military commander says the country will keep moving on the path to enhancing its defence capability.
US Media Reports Encounter between US Carrier, IRGC Vessels
A US carrier entering the Persian Gulf Friday has had an encounter with Iranian vessels off the coasts in Southern Iran, US media claimed.
IRGC Begins Military Exercise to Showcase Offensive Capabilities
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps kicked off a massive military exercise on Saturday, which for the first time will include offensive operations in southern parts of Iran.
Iran, Russia Discuss Cooperation on Information Security
The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation have exchanged views on international cooperation on information security.
Regional Spy Services Working against Iran: Intelligence Minister
Iran’s intelligence minister highlighted the growing trend of threats targeting the country’s security, saying even the spy services of some neighbors are involved in hatching hostile plots against Iran.
Iran, Azerbaijan to Expand Intelligence Relations
Iranian intelligence minister and the president of Azerbaijan Republic have praised the currently high level of ties between Tehran and Baku, and explored avenues for further promoting bilateral relations,.
Enemy’s Dream of Changing Iran’s Behaviour to Die on Vine: IRGC
Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the enemies are trying to make the country insecure in order to make a change in the behaviour of the Islamic Republic, but their dreams will never come true.
India to Remain in Chabahar despite Suicide Attack: Iran
An Iranian official has rejected the unfounded claims that Indians have left the southeastern port city of Chabahar following the recent terrorist attack there, saying the investment projects are progressing as fast as possible.
Iran Arrests 4 Suspects In Connection with Chabahar Attack
Security forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran have arrested at least four suspects in connection with the latest terrorist attack on the strategic southeastern port city of Chabahar in Sistan and Baluchestan province.
Iran Urges Pakistan to Step Up Efforts to Release Iranian Border Guards
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called on Pakistan to make further efforts to pave the way for immediate release of seven Iranian border guards kept captive by terrorists in Pakistan.
Regional Intelligence Services behind Recent Terror Attacks: Iran
Iranian Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi says regional intelligence services are involved in plotting and implementing a wave of terrorist attacks in Iran.
Iran Victimized by Terrorists Sheltered in US, West: Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic, as a victim of terrorism, is at the forefront of fighting it, while the US and other Western countries are providing shelter for those criminals.
‘Chabahar Attack Aimed at Hampering Foreign Investment’
An Iranian official says the recent terrorist attack in the port city of Chabahar in southeastern Iran was plotted by the enemies of Iran which seek to hamper foreign investment in Iran’s Makran coasts.
Foreign-Backed Chabahar Attack Not to Go Unpunished: Iran FM
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic will punish the foreign-backed perpetrators of a terrorist attack on the south-eastern Iranian city of Chabahar, which killed and wounded several people on Thursday.
Two Killed in Suicide Attack on Police HQ in Iran’s Chabahar
A car bomb explosion in front of a police headquarters in the port city of Chabahar in southeast of Iran has killed a conscript and an officer, and wounded several others.
