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.
Iran test-flies nine new drones during war games
Among other things, the new drones are capable of real-time transfer of images.
Intelligence Minister: We do not pry into people’s private lives
Intelligence Minister Seyyed Mahmoud Alavi says the onus to respect people’s rights is on those who are in charge of ensuring security in the country.
Police in Sistan and Baluchestan to be indigenized: Commander
Sistan provincial police chief said recruitment of Baluchi, Sunni locals is on the agenda of the law enforcement force.
Iran’s top security official: Military attack no more among enemies’ options
Like the nuclear technology, Iran's missile industry is in pursuit of peaceful purposes, said Iran’s Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council.
Ayatollah Khamenei urges Navy to bolster defense capabilities
The Iranian Navy should overcome its shortcomings and develop strategies to deal with enemy threats, urged the Supreme Leader.
Iran, China agree to broaden cooperation in fight against terrorism, money laundering
Tehran and Beijing have agreed to join hands in the fight against corruption, terrorism, and money-laundering.
New submarine, destroyer to join Iran Navy soon: Cmdr.
Two newly-overhauled SH combat helicopters and an anti-surface AB212 helicopter will soon be at the disposal of the Iranian Navy.
Iran ready to send arms to Iraq in battle against terror
The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says Iran is ready to send weapons and [military] equipment to Iraq through legal channels in case Baghdad asks for that.
Over 270 Tons of Narcotics Seized by Police in Iran in 7 Months
Nearly 4,000 Iranian security personnel have been killed fighting drug smugglers since Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution. Also, the battle carries an annual price tag of $1 billion for Iran.
Iran unveils latest home-made drone, Ababil 3
Ababil 3, the Iranian-built unmanned aerial vehicle intended for reconnaissance operations, has been unveiled.
Ayatollah Khamenei warns against Islamophobia
Islamic Revolution leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that the enemy has created armed groups which kill civilians in the name of Islam only to promote Islamophobia.
Iran has foiled bomb plot targeting Muslim Shiite mourners
Iran's intelligence minister says security forces have foiled a bomb attack targeting Muharram religious ceremonies in Qom, adding those involved in the pre-planned bomb plot were arrested before they could carry out the attack.
Iran Arrests Zahedan Police Killers
Crime investigation into the murder of two police officers killed in 2013 in Sistan and Balouchestan Province resulted in the arrest of terrorists.
Two key capital owners whose biggest asset is the trust of a nation
Two Iranian individuals who reflect the diplomatic potential and the military prowess of the nation are accumulating their metaphorical capital by the day.
Entire Israel within range of Iran missiles: IRGC chief
The chief commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the entire Israel is within the range of the Islamic Republic’s missiles.
Intelligence Minister: Several spies arrested in Bushehr
A number of spies, who were gathering information in Bushehr Province, have been captured by security forces.
Iran ready to help Lebanon fight terrorists: Shamkhani
A senior Iranian official has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s “all-out support” for the Lebanese political movements and groups, expressing Tehran’s preparedness to help Lebanon fight terrorist groups.
Iran launches production line of 3 new radar systems
Iran launches production of advanced radars capable of detecting stealth aircraft, warplanes and cruise missiles.
Iran repeats readiness to equip Lebanon army
The Iranian defense minister has reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s readiness to offer military aid to the Lebanese army in its fight against terrorism.
IRGC has proof of terrorists’ infiltration from Pakistan: Iran cmdr.
A senior Iranian commander says the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has evidence proving that terrorists have infiltrated into Iran from the neighboring Pakistan.
Israel’s proposal to arm Iran with atomic weapons
A SAVAK document has sheds light on Iran-Israel military ties before the 1979 revolution saying that back then Israel supported Iran's development of nuclear weapons.
Iran has control over ISIL activities
Iran has kept a close eye on ISIL militants and is watching what their elements are doing inside and outside Iran, says Intelligence Minister Seyyed Mahmoud Alavi.
Russia’s navy warships berth in northern Iran
Russian naval vessels dock at northern Iranian port with a message of peace and friendship.
IRGC foils terrorist attack on border checkpoint
Iran's revolution guards repel an attack by armed terrorists on a checkpoint on the border with Pakistan.
Over 130 Takfiri Elements Arrested in Iran
Operations by Iran’s intelligence forces resulted in the arrest of over 130 ISIL operatives who had planned on detonating bombs in two provincial centers.
