Iran's Armed Forces

Senior commander: Iran must embrace cutting-edge AI, laser technologies

The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Baqeri, has underscored the importance of advancing in laser, quantum, and particularly artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

Iran launches second phase of air defense exercise in southwest

The second phase of Iran's large-scale air defense exercise commenced on Tuesday in the southwestern region of the country, aimed at bolstering the country’s defensive capabilities and combat readiness.

Iran’s president visits latest defense, space achievements

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian visited the latest defense and space achievements of the Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics on Sunday, coinciding with the National Space Technology Day.

Iranian commander says air force planes equipped with advanced systems

Commander of the Iranian Air Force Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi has stated his forces have furnished the military planes and drones with state-of-the-art systems.

Iranian Army Ground Forces stage ‘successful’ missile, drone strike drill

In the first phase of the Army Ground Forces' mobile offensive security drill in Iran, which began on Sunday night, the 65th NOHED Brigade's rapid reaction special units conducted a preemptive operation beyond the country's borders as part of a larger national exercise.

Iranian Army: Gaza ceasefire strengthens resistance’s resolve

The Iranian Army has issued a statement celebrating the recent ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting that the significant victory strengthens the resolve of the resistance and makes the struggle for freedom more purposeful.

Top military commander: No enemy dares to challenge Iran

Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, says no enemy dares to challenge Iran’s might.

Iran army takes delivery of 1000 strategic drones

1,000 strategic, stealth, and anti-fortification drones designed and produced by the Iranian Army and the Ministry of Defense have joined the country's Army.

Iran Army showcases laser-powered air defense system

Iran’s Army has unveiled a state-of-the-art laser-powered air defense system during its military maneuvers in the country’s western and northern areas aimed at guarding nuclear sites.

Iran stages new exercises to protect nuclear sites

The Iranian military has staged new drills in the country's western and northern air defense zones including Fordow and Khondab which host uranium enrichment and heavy water facilities.

Iranian Army Cmdr.: All US interests within our reach

Commander of the Iranian Army’s Ground Force Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari has said that all the interests of the US are within Iran’s reach.

Iran begins military exercise at Natanz nuclear facility

The Iranian Air Defense Command Headquarters has launched the first phase of a joint exercise, code-named "Power Exercise," at the Natanz nuclear defense zone, in central Iran.

IRGC says deploying ‘new weaponry’ during military drills

Brigadier General Mohammad-Nazar Azimi, commander of the Ground Forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC)’ Najaf Ashraf Headquarters, announced that his troops are deploying “new weaponry and equipment” during the underway military maneuvers in the country’s western areas.

Iran’s Armed Forces say ready to respond firmly to threats

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran has stressed that the country's armed forces are prepared to respond decisively to any threats and act of aggression.

Iran’s Defense Ministry unveils Simorgh light aircraft

Iran unveiled the domestically-produced Simorgh light aircraft on Wednesday during the 12th International Aerospace Exhibition in Kish, southern Iran.

Iran’s Int’l Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition opens with defense minister’s attendance

The 12th International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition of Iran has commenced on Kish Island, southern Iran, inaugurated by Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, alongside other military and industrial officials.

Iran FM: Diplomacy without military power is ineffective

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says diplomacy without military power on the battlefield is ineffective, adding they complement each other.

Ayatollah Khamenei says stronger combat power to deter attack on Iran

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has stressed on boosting Iran’s combat capabilities in order to prevent enemies from attacking the country.

Iran announces substantial 200% increase in military budget

Iran has announced a whopping increase of 200 percent in its military budget for the upcoming year, as part of efforts to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

Iranian Armed Forces: Israeli attacks caused minimal damage to some radar systems 

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran says some radar systems of the country were slightly damaged in Israel's air raids on Iran's military centers.

President Pezeshkian: No foreign power dares to invade Iran thanks to deterrent power

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized that the country's defense capabilities and deterrent power have grown so much that no vicious force dares even to imagine attacking Iran.

Iran showcases new missile, drone during nationwide military parades

Iran has unveiled its newest domestically-manufactured long-range precision-guided missile and drone during a military parade in Tehran.

Iran’s Armed Forces warn Israel: Revenge for assassination of Haniyeh ‘definite’

Iran's Armed Forces stressed Tehran's resolve to avenge the blood of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Tehran in July, warning Israel that the passage of time will not block the retaliation.

Iran Army chief: Israeli terrorism won’t go unanswered

The commander-in-chief of Iran’s Army has renewed warnings that Israel will not go without punishment for its crimes and the assassination of a top Palestinian resistance leader in Tehran last Wednesday.

Iran’s Navy saves sunk Sahand Destroyer

The Iranian Navy’s Sahand Destroyer that had sunk at a pier in the port city of Bandar Abbas was raised from the bottom of the sea on Friday.

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