Top commander highlights naval advances, says IRGC builds missile boat with speed of 116 knots

TEHRAN – A top commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says that Iran now builds a missile boat capable of reaching speeds of 116 knots (215 km/h), marking a new milestone in the country’s naval capabilities.

Foreign military presence threatens Persian Gulf security: IRGC Navy chief

TEHRAN – The Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has warned that any insecurity in the strategic Strait of Hormuz would have far-reaching international economic consequences.

‘US cannot challenge Iran in Persian Gulf:’ IRGC Navy Chief

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, declared the United States “incapable” of challenging Iran’s maritime dominance and vowed “decisive retaliation” against any aggression toward its oil tankers or territorial waters.

‘Guardians of the Persian Gulf:’ IRGC Navy chief vows crushing response to threats

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, issued a stark warning to adversaries on Saturday, pledging a “decisive and crushing answer” to any threats against Iran’s territorial integrity.

AI-powered cruise missiles with extended range set for reveal, says IRGC navy chief

TEHRAN – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy commander announced on Sunday that the country is preparing to unveil domestically developed supersonic cruise missiles, integrating artificial intelligence for enhanced targeting capabilities.

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2,400km of Iran’s coast fortified with network of hardened underground bases

TEHRAN – Last week, Iranian television unveiled an underground base of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy in the Persian Gulf that made immediate headlines. The facility, housing numerous fast-attack craft, was widely viewed as a critical component of Iran's naval strategy, both defensive and offensive. 

‘Americans call them red wasps:’ Iran reveals underground base housing fast attack craft

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new strategic underground base along the southern coast of Iran, near the Persian Gulf, housing myriads of fast attack craft.

Foreign ministry marks fifth anniversary of Gen. Soleimani’s martyrdom in Tehran ceremony

TEHRAN – A solemn ceremony commemorating the fifth anniversary of the martyrdom of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani was held at the Iranian Foreign Ministry in Tehran on Sunday.

IRGC Navy chief says "no white flag shall fly" against hostile forces

TEHRAN – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has declared that Iran “will not raise the white flag,” underscoring the country's commitment to maintaining security and sovereignty in its waters without surrendering to external pressures.

Iranian commander asserts armed forces’ readiness to confront any Israeli threats

TEHRAN – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has underscored the preparedness of the Iranian Armed Forces to confront any threats, including those posed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

IRGC commander highlights growing defensive strength of trio islands

TEHRAN – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Navy emphasized the strategic importance of the trio islands, which include Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa.

Iranian, South African navy commanders explore pathways to naval cooperation

TEHRAN – Commander of the South African Navy Admiral Monde Lobese has concluded a significant visit to Iran, aimed at strengthening military ties and exploring potential areas of collaboration between the two countries' naval forces.

Yemen will persist in fighting Israel using domestic resources: top Iranian commander

TEHRAN –Yemeni armed forces will keep delivering significant strikes against the Israeli regime using their domestically produced weapons and equipment, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said on Tuesday. 

IRGC’s indigenous ‘Shahid Mahdavi’ warship returns from mission

TEHRAN – The Shahid Mahdavi, an Iranian warship equipped with both long-range ballistic and cruise missiles, has returned from a 39-day mission.

IRGC Navy chief says Iran dedicated to Persian Gulf security

TEHRAN - The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has delivered a resolute message reaffirming Iran's unwavering dedication to fostering “peace, security, brotherhood, and friendship” in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.

Yemen’s actions in Red Sea are independent: IRGC

TEHRAN – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy has affirmed the independent actions of Yemeni armed forces in their military operations in the Red Sea.

IRGC navy now equipped with long-range missiles: Top commander

TEHRAN - The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy says his force has furnished its vessels with long-range missiles, as the country works to strengthen its naval presence around the world.

Nuclear-powered subs pose environmental risks to Persian Gulf: admiral

TEHRAN- The commander of the IRGC Navy has denounced the deployment of extra-regional troops and their nuclear-powered submarines in the Persian Gulf, noting that such warships shouldn’t be stationed in the waterway owing to the possible environmental risks they pose.

IRGC offers collective security alliance for Persian Gulf    

TEHRAN - Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy, has put forth the idea of forming a security alliance in the Persian Gulf that would include all the countries of the region. 

IRGC Navy chief highlights Iran’s regional air defense superiority

TEHRAN- At a conference of navy commanders to recognize Air Defense Day, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, stressed on Friday Iran’s strong air defense capabilities in the region.

IRGC Navy holds extensive drills simulating defense of Persian Gulf islands

TEHRAN - The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy kicked off large-scale war games in on several Persian Gulf islands with the purpose of increasing readiness to defend them. 

Admiral says missiles are needed to guarantee living  

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, has said that Persian Gulf oil belongs to Iran and its neighbors. 

No need for trans-regional forces for security in Persian Gulf: commander

TEHRAN - Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the IRGC Navy, stated on Friday that since Iran and its southern neighbors are working together there is no need for trans-regional forces to protect the strategic waterway of the Persian Gulf.

U.S. ‘terribly wrong’ to be in Persian Gulf, IRGC Navy chief tells U.S.

TEHRAN- The U.S. military’s presence in the Persian Gulf on the pretext of safeguarding the important maritime region has been bluntly rejected by the chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy.

IRGC vessels now equipped with new long-range cruise missile: top commander

TEHRAN- The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has said that the force has equipped two different types of its warships with a brand-new cruise missile with a 2,000-kilometer range.

IRGC to build aircraft carrier 

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) is working to build a unique aircraft carrier with no par in the world, a senior IRGC commander announced late on Thursday.

Admiral says Iran is resolute to ‘protect and safeguard’ Persian Gulf

TEHRAN- The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has vowed to decisively “protect and safeguard” the Persian Gulf and its resources, and urged the Israeli regime and the United States to vacate the vital waterway at once.

IRGC acquires unmanned vessels powered by AI

TEHRAN- The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy has produced unmanned military ships that employ artificial intelligence for combat operations.

Iran self-sufficient in producing cutting-edge military equipment

TEHRAN - The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy said on Friday that naval forces have access to cutting-edge weaponry and are independent of any superpower.