Iran's Armed Forces

Iran Army Chief: Active defense, smart deterrence form core of military strategy

The Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army stressed that the Islamic Republic’s defense strategy is built on active defense and smart deterrence, meaning that Iran will not wait for an enemy attack and is fully prepared to deliver a decisive and crushing response wherever national interests require.

Iran’s armed forces spokesman: “We never weaken”

The senior spokesman for Iran’s Armed Forces, Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, declared that the Islamic Republic “will never weaken,” asserting that each martyr’s ascension “makes Iran stronger and more steadfast.”

Defense minister: Iranian defense industry shows significant growth since 12-day war

Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh has said that the country’s defense production has improved in both quantity and quality compared to the period before the 12-day war.

Iran showcases military innovations at Pakistan Maritime Expo

The second Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference opened on Monday in the port city of Karachi, with a high-ranking delegation from the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran participating in the event. For the first time, the Pavilion of the Iranian Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics was featured at this international event.

Armed Forces chief: Iran monitoring enemy moves closely; ready to respond

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi said Iran is closely monitoring adversaries’ movements and is prepared to respond if necessary, while stressing the country is not seeking war.

Commanders of Iran’s IRGC, Army pledge unified, swift response to any aggression

Senior commanders of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Islamic Republic of Iran Army reaffirmed their strategic unity and warned foreign adversaries against any aggression.

Gen. Abdollahi appointed as new cmdr. of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters

Major General Ali Abdollahi has been officially appointed as the commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, the highest operational military command in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iranian armed forces “fully prepared” to respond to any aggression

The spokesperson of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are at the highest level of readiness and prepared to deliver a “decisive and painful response” to any possible aggression.

Iran says to deliver crushing response to any act of adventurism

Iranian Ministry of Defense has announced that the country's armed forces will give a crushing blow to the enemy in case of any new act of adventurism in West Asia.

Iran denies security incident at Tabriz Air Base

The Iranian Army has denied reports of a security incident at Shahid Fakouri Air Base in Tabriz, clarifying that a fire in the northwestern city had no connection to the military facility.

Top military commander warns of crushing response to any new aggression against Iran

The Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces warned that any renewed act of aggression by enemies against the Islamic Republic would face a more forceful and decisive response than before, resulting in a greater defeat for the aggressors.

Top Iranian commander says military prepared for a decade of war

A senior Iranian military official has declared that Iran possesses the capacity to engage in sustained conflict for up to a decade, emphasizing the country's stockpile of equipment and strong morale among its armed forces.

Iranian Army announces military drills in Esfahan, warns of possible explosions

The Iranian Army's Esfahan Regional Command has issued a public notice informing residents of scheduled military exercises taking place on Sunday from 8AM to 1M local time.

Iranian air defense intercepts Zionist regime projectiles over Tehran 

Iranian air defense systems have intercepted a number of Israeli projectiles over the capital Tehran.

Iran’s Armed Forces mark Khorramshahr liberation anniversary with strong messages to adversaries

On the anniversary of the liberation of Khorramshahr during the Iran-Iraq War, Iran’s Army and Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) issued on Saturday statements reaffirming their readiness to defend the country and warning adversaries against hostile actions.

Iran’s armed forces warn US against miscalculations amid regional tensions

Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff issued a statement on the anniversary of the liberation of southern city of Khorramshahr, warning that the US has once again made a “strategic miscalculation” regarding Iran.

Former IRGC commander: Diplomacy as essential as military strength for Iran’s security

Former IRGC Navy Commander and foreign policy expert Hossein Alaei has emphasized that diplomacy is a critical pillar of national power, arguing that Iran must balance its military development with strong diplomatic engagement, even amid tensions with the US.

Iran’s president praises Army as “nation’s strong fortress”

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian hailed the country’s Army as an indispensable pillar of national security during a ceremony commemorating Army Day on Friday.

Iran’s Leader emphasizes strengthening armed forces’ weaponry capabilities

The Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, described Iran's armed forces as the country's fortress and a refuge for the nation against any aggressor, stating that the country's progress has caused anger and frustration among Iran's adversaries.

Iran’s Army, IRGC issue stern warnings to Israel ahead of Quds Day rallies

Iran's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), in separate statements on the eve of the International Quds Day, launched scathing attacks against Israel while mobilizing supporters for nationwide rallies on Friday.

Iran showcases ‘missile megacity’

The Aerospace Division of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a “missile megacity"— one of its largest underground such facilities.

Iran’s Yak-130 jet conducts combat operation in military exercise

A Yak-130 jet of the Iranian Air Force has carried out a combat operation during the Army’s military drills in southeast of Iran.

Iran launches major joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403

The main phase of the Iranian Army's joint military exercise Zolfaghar 1403 commenced on Saturday morning, across the Makran coasts, the Sea of Oman, and the northern Indian Ocean.

Military chief says Iranian Armed Forces ‘readier than ever’ against foreign threats

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri has stated that the country’s Armed Forces are at their utmost readiness to respond to any threat posed by the enemies.

IRGC commander says Iran manufactured long-range Supersonic cruise missile

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy has produced a supersonic cruise missile that can hit the targets at long ranges, IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri has announced.

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