Yemen downs advanced $30 million US spy drone

Yemen’s army says it has shot down an American spy drone by “a locally-made missile” in the province of Ma’rib, amid escalating tensions in the region over Israel’s US-backed genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.

World on queue to purchase Iranian drones: U.S. think thank

TEHRAN- Military analysts and experts in the West have invariably emphasized that Iranian drones have proven their effectiveness in real battlefields and, as a result, have been met with great interest from many countries.

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.

Mossad agent executed for 2023 Israeli attack on military site in Isfahan

TEHRAN - Iran on Sunday executed a Mossad agent who had tried to blow up a workshop complex of the Defense Ministry with drones in the central city of Isfahan on January 28, 2023.

Hezbollah downs Israeli drone over Lebanese territory

The Israeli army confirmed on Monday that Hezbollah had shot down its military drone in Lebanese territory.

Iran introduces comprehensive regulations for drone permits

TEHRAN – The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence has issued special regulations for drone permits.

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.

Iran Army incorporates new home-grown drones

TEHRAN – In a momentous development, new home-grown drones, meticulously crafted through collaboration between the Iranian Ministry of Defense and the Iranian Army, have been officially incorporated into the Armed units at multiple sites across the nation.

35 individuals who assisted suicide bombers in Kerman arrested: Intelligence Ministry

TEHRAN – The Iranian Intelligence Ministry issued a second statement on Thursday announcing it has arrested 35 individuals who aided and abetted two foreign suicide bombers who slaughtered civilians in the southeastern city of Kerman on January 3.

Iran boosts drone power amidst growing threats

TEHRAN- Iranian Air Defense Force Commander Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard has stated that Iran's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities are expanding in response to increasing threats.

Shahid Sattari Aviation University is Iran’s drone hub: general

TEHRAN- Brigadier General Majid Fakhri, the head of the Geographical Organization of the Armed Forces, has hailed Shahid Sattari Aviation University as a leading center for space and drone technology in Iran. 

Iranian Navy receives new cruise missiles with cutting-edge equipment  

TEHRAN- In a significant boost to its naval capabilities, the Iranian Navy inducted a number of advanced weaponry and cutting-edge equipment, including strategic cruise missile systems and electronic warfare-capable helicopters on Sunday. 

Iran Army drones, missiles arrayed around borders to fend off threats: commander

TEHRAN- According to the commander of the Iranian Army’s Ground Force, missile, drone, and artillery units have been stationed throughout the country’s northeastern border areas to provide a “rapid and timely” reaction to any potential danger.

Iranian drone monitors U.S. vessel in Indian Ocean for 24 hours

TEHRAN- An Iranian Army drone was successful in keeping an American vessel under surveillance in the Indian Ocean for around 24 hours, Fars News reported on Tuesday.

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. 

Iran role model in manufacturing drones: IRGC general

TEHRAN – During the premier screening of a documentary on Iran’s drone industry called "Flagbearer", the commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force called Iran a global pioneer in manufacturing drones.

Demand for Iranian drones outpacing supply: military chief

TEHRAN - Major General Mohammad Baqeri, the chief of staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, announced on Monday that the demand for the purchase of Iran’s sophisticated drones is far higher than production.

Karrar drone frequently warns US planes to stay out of Iranian airspace: general

TEHRAN- The indigenous Karrar target drone has repeatedly sent warnings to American spy planes and other foreign aircraft to avoid approaching Iranian airspace, the deputy commander of Iran’s Air Defense Force has said.

Military attaches from 37 countries inspect Iran’s military achievements

Many states including U.S. have started to admit Iran’s drone power: defense chief

TEHRAN – On Wednesday military attaches from 37 countries visited an exhibition held by Iran’s Ministry of Defense in Tehran, which was organized to commemorate the country’s Defense Industry Day.

The lengthening of Iran's drone arm

The Ministry of Defense unveils Mohajer-10 with 2,000km flight range

TEHRAN- During a ceremony on Tuesday marking Defense Industry Day, Iran showcased the Mohajer-10 drone.

Iran to unveil indigenous unmanned plane in near future

TEHRAN- In the next months the Defense Ministry intends to unveil the unmanned Qaher-313 (Conqueror-313) stealth fighter aircraft, an official from the Iranian Defense Ministry announced on Monday.

Iran to upgrade missiles, drones 

TEHRAN - Iran intends to enhance its military capabilities by upgrading its missiles and drones, the commander of the Aerospace Division of the IRGC announced on Friday. 

Role of drones in shaping Iran's foreign policy

Media outlets have recently covered the role of Iranian drones in the Russia-Ukraine war. The media has been filled with controversies regarding the significant impact of Iranian drones.

By Sadegh Fereydounabadi

Baseless drone allegations

Iran FM strongly rejects Japanese allegations of involvement in Ukraine war

TEHRAN - During a press conference in Tokyo on Monday, visiting Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian rejected allegations that Iran is providing drones to Russia in its war with Ukraine.

Army air force equipped with AI: top Iranian commander

TEHRAN - According to Amir Yousefi, the commander of the Iranian army’s military air base in Tabriz, Iranian fighter jets, drones, and missiles use artificial intelligence (AI) to locate and hit their targets. 

By Mona Hojat

Washington getting in a sweat over Iran’s growing number of arms deals

TEHRAN - Since the beginning of the Ukraine war, the efficacy of domestically-made Iranian drones has been the talk of the town. 

Iran rejects provision of drones to Russia

TEHRAN – Iran has reacted to the recent European Union sanctions against Tehran over the alleged provision of drones to Russia, underlining that it did not provide Russia with drones for use in the Ukraine war.