Army chief says ‘Iran’s finger on the trigger’ as US talks up naval military buildup

TEHRAN – The commander-in-chief of Iran’s Army (Artesh) has reaffirmed that the country’s armed forces are on full combat alert, warning that any reckless move by the United States or Israel would backfire catastrophically, threatening not only their own forces but the entire region.

South Africa’s top general tours special unit in Tehran

TEHRAN – General Rudzani Maphwanya, Commander of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), visited Iran’s elite 65th Rapid Reaction Brigade of the Ground Forces (the NOHED Brigade) on Thursday, praising its capabilities during a tour in Tehran that underscored deepening military ties between the two nations.

Iran’s Army Chief surveys units, stresses steadfast defense

TEHRAN – Major General Amir Hatami, Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Army (Artesh), conducted an unannounced visit on Friday to Shahid Lashgari Airbase (First Tactical Air Base) in Tehran, accompanied by Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Deputy Coordinator of the Army, and Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi, Commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF).

Iran downed 17 advanced Israeli drones in its western skies

TEHRAN – The Iranian Army (Artesh) downed 17 Israeli drones—including advanced Heron and Hermes models—over western Iran during the 12-day war with the regime, Brigadier General Soleiman Taheri, commander of the Army’s Ground Forces in the Western Regional Headquarters, announced Tuesday.

Ground Force commander details AI-driven arsenal, vows decisive response to threats

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Kioumars Heidari, commander of Iran’s Army (Artesh) Ground Forces, has disclosed the existence of classified, domestically developed weapons systems powered by artificial intelligence (AI), asserting that the Islamic Republic’s military readiness leaves adversaries “no chance to survive” in the event of conflict.

Army accelerates smart drone base network

TEHRAN — In an address at the 20th National Conference of Major Army (Artesh) Ground Force Commanders, Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari outlined ambitious plans to expand Iran’s network of drone bases, emphasizing their critical role in countering "cross-border threats" and securing the nation’s frontiers.

Army Chief: record turnout spurred by Trump’s threats

TEHRAN – Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Chief Commander of the Iranian Army (Artesh), noted that Trump’s threats galvanized record turnout at Revolution Day rallies.

Tehran poised to counter any threats, says top Army commander

TEHRAN – On Friday, Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Chief of Staff and Deputy Coordinator of the Iranian Army declared that "Iran is fully prepared to confront any threats, no matter where they originate."

Gaza ceasefire strengthens Resistance's will: Iranian Arm

TEHRAN – The Iranian Army has hailed the recent ceasefire in Gaza as a monumental triumph for the Resistance, asserting that "This great victory has strengthened the will of the Resistance and doubled the hope for the complete liberation of Palestine from the yoke of the Zionist enemy."

Lawmakers tour Dezful Airbase, discuss Khuzestan's security challenges

TEHRAN – Members of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee recently visited the Vahdati Airbase in Dezful to assess the challenges, threats, and opportunities present at the airbase and within the broader Khuzestan Province.

Iran gears up for large-scale military exercises in coming days

TEHRAN – Iran has announced its Armed Forces will conduct a series of significant military exercises in the coming days, aimed at enhancing both defensive and offensive capabilities.

Iran’s defense sector symbol of deterrence: ministry

TEHRAN- The Iranian Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics has characterized the nation's defense sector as a representation of national pride and a crucial element of deterrence.

Iran’s air defense units to be equipped with new generation of drones

TEHRAN - Commander of the Iranian Army’s Air Defense Force Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard announced on Monday that his forces will soon be able to utilize high-technology drones not unveiled before.  

Iranian Army prepared to swiftly counter threats: senior commander

TEHRAN - A senior commander in the Iranian Army has affirmed that the nation stands prepared to neutralize any potential threat and is resolute in swiftly leveraging its military capabilities to retaliate against any hostile acts of aggression.

Iranian Army unveils eight new books

TEHRAN- The Iranian Army unveiled eight new books on the topics of Sacred Defense, Subashi radar station, and biographies of military martyrs at a ceremony held on Tuesday.

Iran to mass-produce two newly developed missiles

TEHRAN – The commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces has unveiled plans to mass-produce two newly developed missiles, confirming the completion of their construction phases.

Iran ready to respond to any threat: commander

TEHRAN- Iranian Army Ground Force Commander Kioumars Heydari reaffirmed on Wednesday that the army is prepared to respond to any threat, at any time, and in any location.

Zionists have well felt the speed of their decline: army chief

TEHRAN- Pointing to Operation Al-Aqsa Strom, the chief commander of the Iranian Army, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, has said that the operation threatened the infamous entity of the Zionist regime, which has already felt the speed of its decline.

Iran builds drones for underwater operations

TEHRAN- The Islamic Republic of Iran Navy on Saturday showcased a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) that can perform a range of naval activities independently, as well as a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone.

By Admiral Shahram Irani, Commander of the Iranian Navy

Strategic navy for powerful Iran

TEHRAN-- I would like to first send my greetings to our esteemed leader Imam Khamenei, and the souls of our beloved martyrs. I congratulate the noble people of Iran for the anniversary of the successful Morvarid Operation which was carried out on November 28, 1980.

Israel didn’t achieve anything from war on Gaza: top commander

TEHRAN – The chief commander of the Iranian Army said on Sunday that the Israeli regime has failed to make any achievement during its war on the besieged Gaza Strip.

Iranian Army tests Haydar air-to-ground missile

TEHRAN- During extensive military drills in the central province of Isfahan, the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Ground Force’s assault helicopter successfully test-launched the country’s indigenously built Haydar air-to-ground missile.

Army kicks off large-scale maneuver in central Iran

TEHRAN - The Islamic Republic of Iran Army Ground Force on Friday launched massive two-day military drills in the central province of Isfahan.

Iranian army operates new drone during large-scale exercise

TEHRAN - The Iranian Army has utilized a new domestically-made drone called Kaman-19 in a military exercise taking place across the country.