Defensive Capabilities

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.

Iranian, Russian DMs Discuss Mutual Defence Cooperation

The common strategy adopted by Iran and Russia is contributing to regional peace and security in defiance of the US’ unilateral policies, Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said.

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.

No Obstacle to Development of Strategic Arms in Iran: DM

Defence Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami has given an assurance that Tehran faces no infrastructural hurdle in manufacturing strategic weapons inside the country.

Iran’s Military Satellite Takes High-Resolution Images of US Base in Qatar

The military satellite Noor, sent into orbit by Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), has taken clear mosaic images of Al-Udeid Air Base, the forward headquarters of the US military’s Central Command in Qatar.

Camouflaged Missiles Fired from Underground during Iran War Games

Day two of the final phase of major war games by Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) saw ballistic missiles fired from deep inside the ground.

Iran Begins Final Phase of Major War Games in Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has commenced the final phase of major military drills codenamed “The Great Prophet 14.”

Iran Says Recent Fires Not Caused by Cyberattack

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has talked to reporters about the claims that certain governments and regimes have launched cyberattacks and acts of sabotage against Iran.

Iran, Syria Ink Comprehensive Military Deal

Top commanders from Iran and Syria have signed a comprehensive agreement on military cooperation between the two allies.

US, Israel Concerned over Iran’s Power: FM Zarif

The Iranian foreign minister says the capabilities and power of the Islamic Republic are a source of concern for the United States and Israel.

Iran Has Undergournd Missile-Launching Cities in South: Cmdr.

A senior Iranian military commander says “underground missile-launching cities” are strewn all across the southern coast.

Iran’s DM Vows Firm Response to Enemy’s Moves

Iran’s defence minister says the nation’s Armed Forces will firmly respond to any desperate move by the enemy.

Arms Embargo Won’t Affect Iran’s Defence Power: Top General

A senior Iranian military commander says arms embargoes will have no bearing on the country’s defence capability.

Iran’s Defence Power at Maximum Level Despite Toughest Sanctions: Minister

Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami says the country has been able to outstandingly advance its defence capabilities under the toughest sanctions and political and military pressures.

Iranian Navy Fires New Long-Range Cruise Missiles in Combat Drill

The Iranian Navy test-fired new homegrown cruise missiles on Thursday in a military exercise in the northern parts of the Indian Ocean to hit targets at a distance of 280 kilometers.

Top General Warns Enemies of Iran’s Harsh Response to Miscalculation

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri has cautioned the adversaries that any miscalculation, at any place and any time, will draw the Islamic Republic’s immediate and decisive retaliatory response.

Iran Major Regional Power with Int’l Leverage: Parliament Speaker

Iran’s parliament speaker says the Islamic Republic enjoys great leverage both at regional and international levels.

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