Iranian Defense Ministry
وزارت دفاع ایران
government body
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Iran has appointed a new Defense Minister who is now addressing urgent military challenges amid rising regional tensions. This appointment is crucial for bolstering Iran's…
Iran’s New Defense Minister Pledges to Enhance Military Readiness Against Threats
Iran's new defense minister, Akhlaghi, emphasizes the importance of transforming external threats into enhanced military readiness and defensive capabilities. This statement reflects Iran's ongoing focus…
Iran Appoints Veteran Missile Developer Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi as New Defence Minister
Iran has appointed Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi, a veteran missile developer, as its new defence minister amid escalating tensions with the U.S., particularly following Donald Trump's…
Araghchi Emphasizes Role of Defense and Diplomacy in Protecting Iran's Independence
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi highlighted the importance of the country's defense capabilities and diplomatic efforts in maintaining national independence and sovereignty. He emphasized the…
IRGC Commits to Collaboration with Iran’s Defense Ministry
The IRGC has pledged to work closely with Iran's Defense Ministry to bolster military capabilities amid regional tensions. This collaboration is significant for enhancing national…
Iran's Defense Enhancements Shift Enemy Calculations
Iran's Defense Minister Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi stated that the enhancement of the country's defense capabilities has changed the strategic calculations of its adversaries, particularly in…
Defense Minister's Reaction to Threat of Using 'Mother of All Bombs'
The Iranian Defense Minister addressed concerns about the potential use of the 'Mother of All Bombs' by the U.S. against Iran, assuring that necessary precautions…
Iran's Missile Capabilities Alter Regional Power Dynamics, Says Acting Defense Minister
Iran's Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ibn al-Reza stated that the country's missile capabilities have significantly altered regional power dynamics, emphasizing that the specifics…
Iran Defense Minister Nominee Outlines Plans for Military Upgrades and Industrial Overhaul
Iran's defense minister nominee, Mehrdad Akhlaghi, has presented 16 priorities aimed at enhancing the country's military capabilities, including upgrades to air defense systems and a…
Iran Issues Warning of Strong Retaliation Against US and Israeli Aggression
Iran's Defense Ministry spokesperson Reza Talaei-Nik has issued a warning that any aggression from the US or Israel will be met with a strong response,…
Iran's Defense Production Remains Steadfast During Conflicts
Iran's army chief highlighted that the country's indigenous defense industry continued to support military operations during recent conflicts, despite external pressures to halt production. This…
US Sanctions A7 Financial Network to Counter Russian Sanctions Evasion Linked to Iran
The US Treasury Department designated the A7 financial network as a significant transnational criminal organization on October 1, aiming to disrupt a Kremlin-backed scheme to…
New Tweet from the Acting Defense Minister: Claims of Destroying the Defense Industry Change Nothing
Brigadier General Ibn al-Reza, the acting Defense Minister of Iran, responded to claims regarding the destruction of Iran's defense industry by asserting the country's capabilities…
Iran Advocates for Peace While Upholding Its Rights and Security
Iran's Defense Ministry spokesperson stated that the country is committed to seeking peace while simultaneously defending its rights, security, and interests. The emphasis on recognizing…
US Sanctions 10 Entities for Allegedly Supplying Weapons to Iran's Defense Ministry
The US has imposed sanctions on 10 international entities accused of procuring weapons for Iran's Defense Ministry. This action involves various organizations that are believed…
Iran's Underground Defense Infrastructure Alters Regional Military Calculations
Iran's Defense Ministry has announced that its development of deep-underground defense infrastructure has changed the strategic dynamics in West Asia, compelling adversaries to reassess their…
Iran's Underground Defense Infrastructure Challenges Enemy Strategies
Iran's Defense Ministry, represented by Talaei-Nik, announced that the country has strategically deployed parts of its Armed Forces within secure underground infrastructures, which has disrupted…
Iran's Acting Defense Minister Stresses Importance of Military Preparedness and Innovation
Iran's Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ibn al-Reza emphasized the importance of learning from past wars to enhance the country's military capabilities and prepare…
Sacred Defense: A Foundation for Iran's Military Self-Reliance, Says Deputy Defense Minister
Iran's Acting Defense Minister Brigadier General Majid Ibn al-Reza emphasized that the eight-year Sacred Defense was crucial in fostering self-reliance and resilience in the country.…
Italy to Deploy Warships to Secure Bab al-Mandeb Shipping Routes
Italy's defense minister has announced plans to deploy warships to ensure the security of shipping routes through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, citing potential severe economic…