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13 Terrorists Killed, 12 Arrested in Iran in August

Iran's security forces killed 13 terrorists and arrested 12 more in three separate operations in western parts of the country last month, the Intelligence Minister said on Friday.

IRGC Urges Southern Neighbours to Cooperate in Ensuring Hormuz Security

The chief-commander of IRGC has urged countries to the south of Iran to cooperate with the Iranian military to ensure security in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s Interior Minister in Iraq to Discuss Border Issues, Arba’een

Iran’s Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli has arrived in Baghdad to discuss bilateral border issues and this year’s Arba’een ceremony, the world’s largest religious pilgrimage, in meetings with Iraqi officials.

Leader Rules Out Possibility of US War with Iran

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says foreign powers, including the United States, are unlikely to wage a war against Iran.

Iranian, Russia, Iraq, Syrian Top Generals to Meet Soon

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri and his Russian, Iraqi, and Syrian counterparts are planned to hold a joint meeting in the near future, a high-ranking Iranian commander said.

Ancient Artefacts Seized from Smugglers in Southern Iran

An Iranian official says a number of antiquities belonging to the third millennium BCE have been discovered and reclaimed in southern Iran in an anti-smuggling operation.

Iran Disbands Terrorist Cell in Southeastern Province

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ (IRGC) forces killed four members of a terrorist group in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan during an armed clash on Friday.

Iran Has Options Other than Remaining Committed to JCPOA: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said complying with the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers “in deeds and not just words is not Iran's only option”.

Iran Calls for Further Cooperation with Pakistan on Border Security

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Hussain Qureshi have sat for talks in Islamabad on a range of bilateral and regional issues, particularly the enhancement of border security.

Iran’s Top Commander Warns US against Adventures in Persian Gulf

Iran’s top military chief says hostile countries will face the strong reaction of Iran’s naval forces if they do anything against international law in the Persian Gulf, particularly the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Tehran Confirms Israeli Ex-Minister Was Iran’s Spy

Iran’s Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi has confirmed a former Israeli energy minister arrested by the Israeli regime for espionage had been working for Iran.

“Iran’s Production of Homegrown Fighter Jet Unprecedented in Muslim World”

A top Iranian commander says the Islamic Republic’s move to mass produce a fully indigenous fighter jet is unprecedented in the Muslim World.

Security Forces Disband Two Terrorist Cells in Western Iran

Iran’s Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alavi said his forces have smashed two terrorist teams in the western provinces of Kermanshah and Kurdistan.

No Place for Foreign Forces in Persian Gulf: IRGC Navy

The new commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy said there is no place for foreign forces, like the US navy, in the Persian Gulf, warning against the environmental problems that could be caused by the presence of foreign nuclear warships in the Persian Gulf.

Iran, Syria Sign Defence Cooperation Agreement

Tehran and Damascus signed a defence cooperation agreement on Sunday, signalling the two allies’ will to further strengthen relations as the seven-year Syrian conflict is moving towards a settlement.

Iran Leader Appoints New IRGC Navy Commander

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei appointed Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri as the new commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ Navy.

Iran to Teach “Regrettable Lessons” to Aggressors, IRGC Warns

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corp (IRGC) says Iran’s armed forces will keep up relentless efforts to boost Iran’s deterrent military power, and they will deal a heavy blow to those who threaten the country’s security.

“Iran Spending Much Less than Other States on Defence Capabilities”

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami on Tuesday highlighted the country’s self-sufficiency in arms sphere, reminding at the same time that the Islamic Republic’s expenditure on defense sector is lower than that of many other countries.

Iran’s Defence Might Aimed at Maintaining Regional Peace: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country’s defensive capabilities are aimed at maintaining sustainable peace in the region, not attacking others.

Iran Unveils Its First Homegrown Fighter Jet

Iran has unveiled its first domestically designed and manufactured fighter jet named “Kowsar” during a defense show in Tehran.

“Secure Borders with Iran Key to Iraq’s National Interests”

Former Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Barham Salih says his country’s national interests hinge on secure borders with neighbouring states especially the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Missile Power, Iran’s Top Priority in Defence Domain: DM

Iran’s defence minister says the country’s priority in the defence domain is to boost its missile capability.

Iran to Unveil New Smart Air Defence System

An Iranian commander has highlighted the country’s self-sufficiency in defence industry, saying that the Islamic Republic will soon unveil a new smart air defence system.

Iran Unveils Simulator System for Bell 206 Chopper

The Iranian Army Ground Force’s Airborne Division brought into service a homegrown simulator system for Bell 206 military choppers.

Iranian Soldier Abducted by Terrorists Returns Home

Saeed Barati, an Iranian soldier who had been abducted by terrorists along the Iran-Pakistan border, has been released and repatriated by Iranian intelligence forces, a senior official announced.

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