defense powers

2024-04-21 22:21

Iran displays home-grown drone at Iraq defense expo

TEHRAN – Iran has displayed the home-grown Mohajer 6 drone at a defense expo in the Iraqi capital Baghdad.

2024-04-19 21:43

Iran’s envoy affirms defense cooperation with Moscow

TEHRAN – The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Russia has reiterated Iran's stance on defense cooperation with Russia, dismissing unfounded claims about their involvement in regional conflicts.

2024-03-13 19:55

IRGC outlines achievements in defense infrastructure in 1402

TEHRAN - The spokesman of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has elaborated on significant strides made in bolstering Iran's defensive capabilities across the ground, naval, and aerospace forces, as well as other operational sectors in the Persian calendar year of 1402, which ends on March 19.

2024-03-11 22:43

Iran aims to develop defense systems aligning with global standards

TEHRAN - The deputy commander of Iran's Air Defense Force has disclosed ongoing efforts to develop state-of-the-art defense systems in accordance with new global standards.

2024-03-11 22:40

Army’s cutting-edge drones enhance deterrence capabilities: top officer

TEHRAN - The Iranian Army’s cutting-edge drone system has been a source of global acclaim for the country which underscores the nation's deterrence capabilities, the Air Defense Force deputy chief said on Monday.

2024-03-02 22:36

Iran ranks 14th in ‘Global Firepower’ report on strongest armies

TEHRAN – In a recent report, "Global Firepower," a specialized military ranking website assessing 145 countries based on over 60 indices, has positioned Iran at the 14th spot.

2024-02-25 22:08

IRGC Ground Force says ready for action with new defense technologies

TEHRAN - In a significant development, a senior Iranian military commander has announced the full readiness of the Ground Forces of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) to execute state-of-the-art defensive operations.

2024-02-19 22:52

Iran, Belarus hold high-level defense talks

TEHRAN - In a significant development, Brigadier General Hamzeh Ghalandari, the Deputy for International Affairs at the Ministry of Defense and Support of the Armed Forces, initiated a diplomatic mission to Belarus on Monday.

2024-02-18 22:40

U.S. at a standstill with Resistance Front, says IRGC commander

TEHRAN – The second-in-command of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the United States is currently at a standstill in its dealings with the Resistance Front.

2024-02-17 21:47

Iran unveils domestically-manufactured defense systems

TEHRAN- The Iranian Ministry of Defense has showcased a powerful anti-ballistic missile (ABM) defense system and a low-altitude air defense (LAAD) system that were totally designed and constructed by the country’s military engineers and professionals.

2024-02-04 21:46

Iranian sky no place for foreign military drones, commander warns

TEHRAN – The chief commander of Iran’s Air Defense Force has highlighted the round-the-clock monitoring and identification of foreign drones through the vigilance of personnel, underscoring the advanced capabilities of our country's defense equipment.

2023-12-25 21:53

MP advocates increased defense budget

TEHRAN – The spokesman for the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has emphasized the committee’s commitment to thoroughly examine the details of the national budget bill for the year ahead, saying that the primary focus would be on scrutinizing the defense budget and allocations for the armed forces.