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Iranian Drones Capture Close Footage of USS Nimitz

Advanced unmanned aerial vehicles operated by Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) have managed to capture strikingly close footage of a US strike group, led by the USS Nimitz, right before its passage into the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz.

188 Homegrown Drones Delivered to Iran’s IRGC

As many as 188 Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been delivered to the naval force of the country’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

Iranian Forces Attend Russia’s Kavkaz-2020 Military Drills

Russia has launched the Kavkaz (or Caucasus) 2020 joint military drills with neighboring countries in its Southern Military District and in the Black and Caspian Seas.

Iraqi Imposed War Proved Cost of Invading Iran Very High: Leader

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Islamic Republic’s resistance against the Iraqi war imposed on the country in the 1980s proved that it is “very costly” to invade Iran.

Iran Can Set Fire to All US Interests in Region: IRGC Chief

A senior Iranian military commander says the country is capable of setting fire to all US interests in the region.

Iran to Hit Anyone Involved in Gen. Soleimani’s Assassination: IRGC Chief

IRGC chief commander says Iran is serious in its promise to avenge the US assassination of top Iranian commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, and will hit anyone involved.

US ‘Terrorists’ Must Leave Region or Face Consequences: IRGC

A senior Iranian commander says the United States must end its military presence in the region or expect a crushing response from the Islamic Republic.

Iran to Boost Range of Homegrown Missiles: Defence Minister

The Iranian defence minister says the country seeks to increase its missile capability.

Iranian Drone Chases Away 3 US Aircraft on 2nd Day of Naval Drills

Iran’s military says it has intercepted three US aircraft that had intruded into the country’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in violation of rules that regulate large-scale naval exercises.

Iran Producing 90% of Its Defence Needs Domestically: Minister

Iran’s Defence Minister has downplayed the US efforts to have the UN’s arms embargo extended against Iran, saying the Islamic Republic is currently producing the majority of its defence equipment despite the sanctions.

Large Number of ‘Anti-Iran Elements’ Killed in Massive IRGC Operations

The Ground Forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps have carried out a series of "large-scale" operations to destroy a massive number of anti-Iran terrorist groups and their bases in the country's northwest.

Iran Warns Americans to Leave Army Maneuver Zone

The Iranian military says it has warned the US to take its drones out of the area in which the army is conducting a military exercise.

Iran’s Army to Stage Massive Exercises in Southern Waters

The Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran will stage a joint manoeuvre dubbed “Zolfaqar” as of Thursday.

Iranian, Indian DMs Hold ‘Fruitful’ Negotiations in Tehran

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has visited Tehran where he held “very fruitful” talks his Iranian counterpart Brigadier General Amir Hatami, saying they exchanged views on regional security and bilateral ties.

Iran Among World’s Top 5 Military Speedboat Producers

A Defence Ministry official says Iran’s advances in the naval industries have placed the country among the world's top five manufacturers of military speedboats capable of launching missiles.

Iran Says Ready to Export Aviation Systems to Other Countries

An Iranian Defence Ministry official says the domestic aviation industries have made such great progress in recent years that Iran is now able to fulfill the demands of other countries for various systems.

Range of Iran’s Air-Launched Cruise Missiles to Exceed 1,000 km

Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami has unveiled plans to extend the range of homegrown air-launched cruise missiles beyond 1,000 kilometers.

Iran Not to Compromise on Its Security: Navy Chief

A senior Iranian military commander has warned enemies against making any moves against the Islamic Republic, saying Iran will not compromise on its security.

Iran Has Homegrown Radars with Range of 3,000 km: Top General

A senior Iranian military official says the country is in possession of radars capable of spotting targets as far as 3,000 kilometres away.

Iran Unveils 3D Phased Array Radar System

Iran has unveiled a new domestically developed radar system used to detect small aircraft.

Iran’s Leader Praises Efforts of Air Defence Units

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has lauded the Iranian Air Defence forces for their contribution to the country’s national security.

Iran’s DM Arrives in Russia for Military Expo, Defence Talks

Minister of Defence of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami has travelled to Russia to attend the International Military-Technical Forum ‘Army-2020’ and hold talks on defence and security cooperation with Moscow.

Iran’s Defence Minister Due in Russia to Attend Military Expo

Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami is to travel to Moscow at the official invitation of his Russian counterpart Army general Sergey Shoygu.

Iran’s Defence Power Poses No Threat to Neighbours: Rouhani

The Iranian president has reiterated that the Islamic Republic pursues a defence and deterrence strategy which poses no threat to any country in the region, especially Iran’s neighbours.

Iran Unveils ‘Soleimani’ Ballistic Missile with Range of 1,400km

Iran’s Defence Ministry has unveiled a surface-to-surface ballistic missile, named after the late IRGC commander Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, with a range of 1,400 kilometres.

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