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.
Dutch Diplomat in Tehran after Report of AIVD Role in Stuxnet Attack
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says Tehran has voiced concern about reports of the Dutch intelligence agency’s possible role in a cyber-attack on Iran’s Natanz nuclear site at a meeting with a senior Dutch diplomat in Tehran.
Iranian Official Lauds Hezbollah’s Operation against Israel
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council praised the Lebanese Hezbollah for the Sunday’s attack on Israeli targets, saying the retaliatory operation attested to the resistance front’ determination to combat threats and destabilizing forces.
Iran Unveils New Strike Drones with High-Speed Tracking
Iran has unveiled a drone in two different versions, for swift tracking and identification and for precision strikes on distant targets.
Iran Naval Forces Start War Game in Caspian Sea
Iran’s Navy has started a massive four-day manouvre in the Caspian Sea with the purpose of boosting collective security in the region.
Iran’s Downing of US Drone Warded Off Spectre of War: IRGC
A senior Iranian military commander says Iran’s downing of an American drone staved off the spectre of war.
Iran’s New Cruise Missile Displayed at Russian Airshow
Iran unveiled its newest cruise missile in MAKS 2019, the International Aviation and Space Show in Russia.
Iran’s Deterrence Power Kept US from Taking Action: Top General
A senior Iranian military commander says the country’s deterrence power kept Washington from taking any action after Iran shot down an American unmanned aerial vehicle.
Iran Upholds Jail Terms for Three Convicts Linked to UK, Israel
Iran’s Judiciary says the prison terms of three Iranian nationals linked to the Israeli spy service Mossad and the British Council have been upheld, and each of them will serve 10 years in prison.
Iran’s Bavar-373 Missile System Much Better than US’ Patriot
An Iranian Army general says the domestically-built missile defense system “Bavar-373” is much better than the US Patriot system and its Russian counterpart S-300.
Iran Unveils Homegrown Advanced Laser Cannons
Iran has come into possession of advanced laser cannons which are used to protect the country’s vital centers, a deputy defense minister said.
Iran Unveils Homegrown ‘Bavar-373’ Missile Defence System
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has officially unveiled the indigenous 'Bavar-373' missile defence system, which is said to be an Iranian version of the Russian S-300.
Iran’s Navy Says Ready to Escort ‘Adrian Darya’ Tanker
Iran’s Navy commander has voiced readiness for bringing the supertanker Adrian Darya back to home under naval escort after the government of Gibraltar released the Iranian vessel.
Seven Arab States Plus Iran Can Ensure Security of Persian Gulf: IRGC
Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps’ Navy Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri says the 7+1 countries of the Persian Gulf are capable of securing the strategic body of water, and there is no need for the presence of foreign troops.
Iraq’s Interior Minister in Iran for Arba’een Coordination
Iraqi Interior Minister has arrived in Tehran to discuss issues related to Arba'een, one of the world's largest religious gatherings annually held at the fortieth day after the martyrdom of third Shiite Imam, Hussein ibn Ali (AS).
Iran Says Israel Can’t Ensure Its Own Security, Let Alone Persian Gulf’s
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has suggested that the Israeli regime cannot even ensure its own security in the region, let alone the safety of navigation in the Persian Gulf.
New Homegrown Armoured, Tactical Vehicles Unveiled in Iran
Iran's defence ministry has unveiled a series of domestically built military vehicles, which it says will diversify the country's arsenal after four decades of sanctions imposed by the US.
FM Zarif Warns US about Triggering Arms Race in Mideast
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned against an arms race in the Middle East, saying recent US weapons sales have turned the Persian Gulf region into a "tinderbox ready to blow up".
IRGC Warns about Israel Presence in Persian Gulf
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that any Israeli presence in the Persian Gulf may result in a war in the region, and the responsibility for the consequences of such illegal presence lies with the US and the UK.
Regional States, Not Outsiders, Responsible for PG Security: Zarif
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the security of Persian Gulf must be ensured by its littoral states, not foreign forces whose presence brings nothing but insecurity.
Downing of US Spy Drone Proof of Iran’s Advanced Defensive Capability
The recent downing of the US’ Global Hawk spy drone by Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) is evidence of Iran’s advanced defensive capability, says an Iran-based Turkish journalist.
Upgraded Air Defence Radar System Unveiled in Iran
The Iranian army has unveiled the “Falaq radar system”, an indigenously upgraded and overhauled version of a foreign air defence radar system.
Extra-Regional Presence to Make Persian Gulf Insecure: Zarif
Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the presence of ultra-regional forces in the Persian Gulf will only disrupt security and stability in the region.
US-Led Persian Gulf Mission to Sow Insecurity in Region: Iran DM
Iran’s defence minister says the presence of foreign forces in the region, especially a US-led coalition which Washington purports would seek to beef up maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, will only result in insecurity and instability.
Any New War Major Threat to Israel: IRGC Chief
Chief-Commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned against the outbreak of a fresh conflict in the region, saying its repercussions will deal a major blow to the Israeli regime.
Iran Declares ‘Classified’ Deal with Russian Navy
The commander of Iran’s Navy says Iranian and Russian armed forces have signed a "classified" deal to expand cooperation through a series of projects, one of which will be joint military drills in the Persian Gulf before the end of the year.
