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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.
Iranian DM Urges US to Leave Persian Gulf
Iran’s defense minister has called on the US to leave the Persian Gulf and stop harassing regional countries.
Top Commander Lauds Iranian Missiles’ ‘Exceptional’ Target Accuracy
Iran’s top military official says few countries worldwide possess the technology of developing long-range missiles with a target accuracy of less than 10 metres, adding at present, Iran is capable of producing and using such armaments.
DM Hails Iran’s Advanced Homegrown Tank
Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan praised the country's state-of-the-art tank dubbed “Karrar”, saying that the domestically-manufactured tank is a clear sign of the high capability and creativity of the Defense Ministry’s experts.
Iran’s War Games Have Nothing to Do with Foreign Threats: Top Commander
Iran’s top military official says the country’s military exercises are not performed in response to the threats by some countries or in relation to the political issues of the day, saying the country has pre-determined plans for carrying out its war games.
Dangerous Firecracker Users to Be Jailed for Entire Nowruz Holidays
A week before the Persian festival of fire annually marked on the eve of the last Wednesday of the year, the police has warned citizens about the use of dangerous fireworks.
Iran Unveils ‘Saba 248’ Utility Chopper
Iran has unveiled a new utility helicopter capable of serving both military and civilian purposes.
Security and Development, Two Sides of Same Coin: Iran DM
Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan highlighted the interdependence of security and development, saying that they are two sides of the same coin.
Iran Tests S-300 Missile Defence System
Iran has successfully tested the S-300 missile defence system it had purchased from Russia in a recent drill.
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Lauds IRGC’s Achievements
Iranian parliament speaker has praised the decisive role played by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) after victory of Iran’s Revolution in 1979, saying the Corps should be appreciated for their numerous achievements.
Official Explains Why No Terrorist Attack Occurs in Iran
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani brushed aside remarks by some foreign officials expressing suspicion over the lack of major Takfiri terrorist attacks in Iran, saying Iran’s vigilant security apparatus and wise citizens prevent the operation of terrorists inside the country.
Iran Bans Private Drone Flights in Tehran
Iran has banned the flight of private drones in Tehran, just weeks after at least two devices were shot at over security concerns in the capital.
IRGC Ground Force Test-Fires Smart Rockets in Major Drills
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force started the first phase of a large-scale military exercise in Dasht-e Kavir in central Iran.
IRGC’s Gyrocopters Pose Challenges to Persian Gulf States: American Enterprise
The ‘American Enterprise’ website has claimed that the radar-evasive gyrocopters developed by Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) can pose a serious challenge to neighbouring countries, particularly the Persian Gulf littoral states.
Naval Forces Repel Pirate Attack on Iranian Vessel in Bab-el-Mandeb
Iran’s naval forces saved one of the country’s trade vessels from a massive pirate attack in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, which links the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea.
Iran Deploys 20,000 Navy Forces in Southeastern Coasts: Commander
Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said 20,000 of his forces have been stationed in the Makran region located in southeast of the country, along the coasts of the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
Intelligence Minister Gives Details about Arrest of 8 Terrorists in Iran
Iran’s Intelligence Minister offered more details about the recent arrest of a number of Takfiri elements in the country, saying 8 members of Takfiri groups, all of them foreigners, were detained in an Intelligence Ministry operation.
Iran, Saudi Arabia Take Part in Joint Naval Drills
Iran and Saudi Arabia were confirmed as participants in the “Aman 2017” naval drills held in Pakistani waters on Friday.
Iran’s DM Dismisses ‘Fabricated’ Report about New Missile Test
Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan rejected the media report that said the Islamic Republic has tested another ballistic missile, saying such claims are fabricated.
Iran’s Missile Test Not a Breach of UNSC Resolution
A careful look at the UNSC Resolution 2231 indicates that Iran’s recent ballistic missile test has definitely not breached any of the resolution’s terms and conditions unlike what Trump administration is trying to convey.
New Homegrown Weapons Unveiled in Iran
Iran’s Defense Ministry unveiled five new military products on Monday, including a guided rocket and assault weapons, and officially started producing them in the assembly line.
Iran to Fire Its ‘Roaring Missiles’ If Enemy Makes Any Mistake
Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force highlighted the futility of foreign threats against Iran, stressing that the Armed Forces are ready to defend the country in case the enemy makes a mistake.
IRGC Forces Start Air Defence Drill
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force started an air defense exercise in northern parts of Iran on Saturday as part of the country's Armed Forces efforts to boost its defensive strength.
Iran to Continue Enhancing Defensive Capabilities despite US Threats
An international advisor to the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution says the country will continue to bolster its defence systems despite the threatening language from "rookie" US President Donald Trump over its latest missile test.
IRGC General Downplays Trump’s Warning on Iran’s Missile Test
Secretary of Iran’s Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaei denounced recent comments by new US President Donald Trump about the Islamic Republic’s test-firing of a ballistic missile, saying those more powerful than Trump had warned Iran but failed “to do anything”.
Defence Minister: Iran’s Missile Test Was Successful
A missile test that Iran conducted recently has been successful, Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan said Thursday.