Pezeshkian praises Iran's advances in space and military deterrence after exhibition visit

TEHRAN – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted the country’s growing deterrence capabilities on Sunday, as the nation unveiled three new satellites and a ballistic missile during a ceremony commemorating National Space Technology Day.

IRGC Navy unveils second underground facility in southern Iran

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy has unveiled an underground missile facility in the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas.

IRGC to unveil new missile, defense systems at upcoming festival

TEHRAN – A high-ranking official from Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) revealed that the country plans to showcase new missile and defense technologies and enhanced fortifications for Iranian assets at the forthcoming Malek Ashtar Festival.

‘Our missile power increases daily,’ IRGC chief tells top officers

TEHRAN – Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander-in-Chief, Major General Hossein Salami, issued a stern warning to adversaries, emphasizing the rapid growth and advancement of the nation's missile capabilities.

Pakistan dismisses US official's warning over missile program as unfounded

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry on Saturday dismissed as unfounded and "devoid of rationality" assertions by a senior US official that its missile program could eventually pose a threat to the United States, Reuters reported. 

IRGC commemorates martyrdom anniversary of ‘father of Iran’s missile program’

TEHRAN – In commemoration of the 13th anniversary of the martyrdom of Major General Hassan Tehrani Moghaddam, a key figure in the development of Iran's missile program, the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement hailing his legacy and the achievements of Iran's defense capabilities. 

Iran showcases massive ballistic missile arsenal during nationwide military parades

TEHRAN – Iran’s armed forces has launched an impressive display of military might during nationwide military parades, featuring an unprecedented array of ballistic missiles alongside the introduction of a new kamikaze drone capable of striking targets over 4,000 kilometers away.

Russian defense minister highlights Iran’s growing presence at ‘Army 2024’

TEHRAN– The "Army 2024" International Military-Technical Forum, taking place near Moscow, has attracted high-level attention from global defense officials, including Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov.

Pentagon to 'rush' Patriot missiles to Ukraine in $6bn package

The Pentagon says it will "rush" Patriot air defense missiles and artillery ammunition to Ukraine as part of its new military aid package.

Iran at the peak of drone, missile capabilities: Atlantic Council

TEHRAN- The Atlantic Council think tank expressed astonishment at Iran’s drone and missile capabilities, stating that Tehran has compensated for its deficiencies and shortcomings in its aviation industry through the development of such weapons.

IRGC launches short-range missile from high-speed vessels

TEHRAN- The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has conducted a test launch of a short-range missile from high-speed vessels.

North Korea develops new rocket launcher controller

North Korea has successfully developed a new ballistic control system for a multiple rocket launcher along with controllable shells, state media KCNA reported on Monday.

Iran unveils latest achievements in Army Aviation

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran Army Aviation (IRIAA) presented its latest achievements in a groundbreaking exhibition that kicked off on Saturday morning.

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.

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. 

Tehrani Moghaddam; from the first missile launch to Iran’s self-sufficiency

TEHRAN- Iran owes its missile power to Hassan Tehrani Moghaddam, the founding father of Iran’s missile power, a man who was martyred on November 12, 2012.

Iran adamantly opposed to monopolizing outer space

"Outer space is the common wealth of mankind’

TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Ministry Director for International Peace and Security Office Asadollah Eshraq-Jahromi said on Friday that Iran is adamantly opposed to monopolizing space.

China denounces U.S. bans on Iran defense activities as illegal

TEHRAN- China denounced on Thursday the latest illegal sanctions that the U.S. has placed on individuals and entities connected to Iran’s drone and missile programs.

Iran developing new hypersonic missiles in face of possible war with Israel: commander

TEHRAN- The IRGC deputy commander for operations has said that there are plans to produce new domestic hypersonic missiles that will exact “heavy costs” on Israel in case of a misadventure by the Zionist regime, Tasnim reported on Sunday.

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. 

Iran to showcase military capabilities in Moscow forum

TEHRAN – The military attaché of the Iranian embassy in Moscow has said that an Iranian military delegation is expected to arrive in Moscow to participate in a Russian military exhibition.

First hypersonic missile range may be extended to 2,000 km: IRGC

TEHRAN- Iran may eventually extend the range of Fattah, its first hypersonic missile, to 2,000 kilometers, a senior commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said.

Iran insists its missile program is in accordance with international law

TEHRAN- The meddling remarks about Iran’s first hypersonic missile by certain Western nations have been denounced as “invalid” by Iran, who asserted that its missile activities are “conventional” under international law.

Iran exhibits two homegrown satellites

TEHRAN- In a ceremony attended by a number of senior officials, the Islamic Republic of Iran unveiled two domestically built communications and imaging satellites.

Air Defense chief says Iran ready to deter threats

TEHRAN- The commander of the Iranian Army's Air Defense Force said on Tuesday that his forces are fully prepared to tackle any danger to the country's safe skies by deploying cutting-edge indigenous defense equipment and radars.

By Takahashi Kosuke

Japan’s major turning point on defense policy

Japan has marked a critical milestone in efforts to reshape its defense strategy, increase the national defense spending, and allow Tokyo to acquire a counterstrike missile capability.

Iranian destroyers to be armed with Abu Mahdi cruise missiles

TEHRAN- Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, the Commander of the Iranian Navy, has announced that the country's destroyers will be equipped with domestically-made Abu Mahdi cruise missiles.