Tehran, Baku to deepen defense, security cooperation

TEHRAN - Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, and visiting Azeri Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev on Wednesday vowed to do their best to deepen Tehran-Baku relations, especially in defense and security fields. 

Baqeri: Iran, China reviewing 25-year strategic relations document

TEHRAN - Mohammad Baqeri, chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, announced on Tuesday that Tehran and Beijing are reviewing an important document which will guarantee joint strategic cooperation for the next 25 years.  

Commander hails Iran’s deterrent power as source of ‘regional security’

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Armed Forces Chief of Staff, has said Iran’s deterrent power is a source of sustainable security and stability for the region.

Arbaeen trek showed Muslim unity against enemies: Baqeri

TEHRAN – The Arbaeen march demonstrated the Islamic Ummah’s unity in the face of enemies, says Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Armed Forces Chief of Staff.

Iran in possession of ‘hidden’ military equipment, says general

TEHRAN – Deputy Chief of the Iranian Army Brigadier General Mohammad Hossein Dadras says Iran is in possession of hidden military equipment that are more effective than the country’s unveiled equipment.

Women’s active role foiled plots, general says

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Armed Forces Chief of Staff, said on Tuesday that the enemies have targeted the Iranian family structure as the most important pillar of the society, adding that women through their active role have thwarted their plots

Grand ayatollah calls for boosting defense power

TEHRAN – Grand Ayatollah Nasser Makarem Shirazi has called for a constant development of Iran’s defense power to deter enemies from taking a military action against the country, Tasnim reported on Tuesday.

Military chief: Enemies spend $100bn annually to counter Islamic Revolution

TEHRAN - Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Armed Forces Chief of Staff, said on Tuesday that enemies spend $100 billion annually to counter Islam and the Islamic Revolution.

Iran may adopt offensive approach to protect national interests: military chief

TEHRAN - Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, the Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff, said on Sunday that Iran may adopt an offensive approach to protect its national interests.

General Baqeri meets Azeri president

TEHRAN – Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri met with Azeri President Ilham Aliyev on Wednesday.

General Baqeri to visit Baku on Wednesday

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, chief of the Iranian Joint Staff of Armed Forces, is scheduled to visit Baku, the capital of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on Wednesday.

Iran, Pakistan pledge to enhance military ties to boost regional stability

TEHRAN - In a bid to enhance bilateral defense ties, Pakistan and Iran are seeking to jointly manufacture defense equipment, Iran’s top military official said during his visit to Pakistan this week.

Armed forces won’t hesitate in countering aggression: commander

TEHRAN – Armed Forces Chief of Staff Mohammad Hossein Baqeri on Saturday lauded Iran’s military power, saying the country’s armed forces “will not hesitate for a moment” in responding to any threat or aggression by the enemies, IRNA reported.

Iran says welcomes co-op with Bolivian army

TEHRAN - Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces Mohammad Hossein Baqeri said on Saturday that the Bolivian army is interested in expanding military cooperation with Iran and this is welcomed by Tehran.

Rahian-e Noor national plan presented to Leader: general

TEHRAN – Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces Mohammad Hossein Baqeri on Friday said a national plan for the Rahian-e Noor has been submitted to Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

U.S. transferring Daesh militants to Afghanistan: general

TEHRAN – Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces said on Tuesday that the United States is relocating Daesh militants to Afghanistan now that the group has been defeated in Iraq and Syria.

Iran will keep boosting defense capabilities: military chief

TEHRAN – Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces Mohammad Hossein Baqeri on Thursday condemned any foreign interference in the country’s missile program, stressing the military will keep boosting deterrence power.

Armed forces ordered to help in relief operations after heavy snowfall

TEHRAN – In an order issued on Sunday Major General Mohammad Baqeri, chief of the Iranian armed forces, called on security forces to join relief operations if needed after heavy snowfall caused disruption in some parts of the country.

Military chief praises police handling of protests

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, said on Monday that police managed to control the situation quickly and separate rioters from peaceful marchers patiently.

Top general lauds Arbaeen pilgrimage security

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Baqeri, chief of the Iranian armed forces, on Thursday praised the high level of security during the Arbaeen pilgrimage earlier this month despite attempts by terrorist groups to create mayhem.

Commander lauds Army’s ‘insightful’ unity plan

TEHRAN – The chief of staff of the Iranian armed forces said on Tuesday that the Army’s plan to promote unity with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) shows the Army’s great “insight” and “wisdom”.

Iranian, Russian military chiefs meet in Tehran

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Baqeri, chief of the Iranian armed forces, met with his Russian counterpart Valery Gerasimov on Wednesday to exchange views on various issues including the latest developments regarding the Syrian conflict and the war on terrorism.

Enemies won’t dare attack Iran: commander

TEHRAN – The hief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has warned of the high costs of a military assault against Iran, saying an attack against the country is not plausible for the enemies.

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CHP member: Iran and Turkey won’t allow division of Iraq

TEHRAN - Calling the Kurdish independence referendum as the eye of the next hurricane in the region, a senior member of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (CHP) says Turkey and Iran won’t allow any efforts to divide Iraq.

Iran’s military chief visits Turkey for security talks

TEHRAN - Iran’s military chief who visited Ankara on Tuesday said he had begun a trip to Turkey to exchange views with Turkish officials on security issues and campaign against terrorism in view of new developments in the region.

Any aggression on Iran will face harsh response: top general 

TEHRAN – Any aggression against Iran will face harsh response from the Islamic Republic, the chief of staff of the Iranian armed forces said on Wednesday.