Air defense network on full alert, says Iranian commander

TEHRAN – The deputy commander of the Air Defense Force of the Iranian Army says the country’s air defense units are on full alert to counter potential enemy attacks.

Key upgrades to domestic air-defense systems now being implemented, Iran says

TEHRAN – Iran has begun implementing major upgrades to its domestic air-defense systems following the recent 12-day conflict with Israel, a senior military official announced, saying the improvements are aimed at strengthening the country’s readiness and closing operational gaps identified during the fighting.

Israel reconstructed air defenses after 2024 Iranian attacks, only to see them fail again in June

TEHRAN – A senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force, whose name and face have not been disclosed, said in a televised interview with IRIB that Iran successfully targeted Israeli air defense centers and disrupted their operations during Operation True Promise III.

Military at ‘peak operational readiness’ after the 12-day war: Iran top commander

TEHRAN – Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, declared Sunday that Iranian combat forces maintain "peak operational readiness" to deliver devastating retaliatory strikes against any renewed aggression.

IRGC Aerospace Force official martyred in Israeli strikes

TEHRAN - General Davood Sheikhian, commander of the air defense system of the IRGC Aerospace Force, was martyred in Israeli strikes on Iran at dawn time on Friday.

IRGC chief hints at defense tech breakthrough: 'Revelation through action imminent'

TEHRAN – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander-in-Chief, Major General Hossein Salami, has signaled an imminent transformation in the nation’s defense systems by announcing a top-secret technological breakthrough soon to be demonstrated on the field.

What air defense systems took center stage in Iran’s Zolfaqar exercise?

TEHRAN – Iran’s Armed Forces recently concluded the large-scale Zolfaqar 1403 joint exercise along the strategic Makran coastline and the Indian Ocean.

Upgraded systems ready to counter any threat: Iranian air defense chief

TEHRAN – Iran's top air defense commander has declared the country fully prepared to counter any threat, emphasizing recent advancements in its defense capabilities.  

Integrated air defense network takes center stage in 2nd phase of Iran drills

TEHRAN – Air defense units of Iran’s Artesh have begun the second phase of military exercises in southwestern and central Iran, part of a larger national drill that began early this year.

Iranian air defense 'intercepts, counters' Israeli attack

TEHRAN - Iran’s air defense force has confirmed Israeli attacks targeting positions in Tehran, Khuzestan and Ilam provinces, saying the aggression was successfully thwarted.

Yemeni missile strike exposes serious flaws in Israeli air defense system: Haaretz

The latest Yemeni retaliatory attack on Tel Aviv has exposed flaws in Israel’s missile systems as the regime's air defenses failed to destroy the ballistic missile, an Israeli newspaper says.

‘Iran’s air defense forces ready for swift action’: commander

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran's Air Defense Force has stressed that the country's specialized air defense operations are designed for swift, time-sensitive responses.

Iran Air Defense Force self-sufficient: commander

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran's Army Air Defense Force, Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi Fard, has declared the force's complete self-sufficiency in air defense capabilities, highlighting the nation's commitment to defending its skies amidst perceived regional threats.

Iran air defense to unveil advanced systems: commander

TEHRAN – The Commander of Iran's Army Air Defense Force, Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard, has announced the imminent unveiling of new defense equipment and achievements specifically designed to counter modern threats.

Iran bolsters air defenses with new radar systems: official

TEHRAN- Iran’s air defense system in the eastern region has been upgraded with new radars and missile interceptors, as announced during a ceremony attended by the chief commander of Iran’s Army Air Defense Force. 

Air defenses fire at suspicious objects in Isfahan

TEHRAN – Iran’s defense systems have intercepted a number of unknown objects in the central province of Isfahan, according to the Iranian Army chief, who said no damage has been inflicted on any site in the country.

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.  

Iran possesses advance air defense capabilities: commander

TEHRAN – The chief commander of Iran’s Air Defense Force says the nation's air defense capabilities have reached a pinnacle of maturity.

Iran becoming powerhouse for producing flight simulators in West Asia: commander

TEHRAN- Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi, commander of the Air Force, has stressed that Iran is the region’s primary manufacturer of flight simulators.

Air defense is the first priority: general 

‘Iran will rain down missiles on enemies if they make a mistake’

TEHRAN – Iran’s Air Defense Force is ready to respond decisively to any mistake by the enemies, a senior Iranian general reiterated on Monday.

Game-change in Syria: Iran to boost air defense

TEHRAN- Hamzeh Qalandari, Iran’s deputy defense minister for international affairs, has reiterated Tehran’s dedication to the safety of friendly nations, stating that Tehran sees it as its “obligation” to support the development of Syria’s air defense capabilities in order to fend off Israeli strikes on the country.