Bright Objects Spotted in Sky over Southern Iran Were US, Russian Missiles: Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The mysterious bright objects that were seen in the sky over southern Iran were a US missile carrying a spy satellite and a Russian missile both of which were not in Iranian airspace, a top Iranian Air Defense commander said.
Iran Employing Latest Missile Technologies: IRGC Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Brigadier General Massoud Jazayeri praised the country’s growing military power and said the Islamic Republic has the latest technologies in the missile sector.
No Hiatus in Iran’s Missile Industry: IRGC Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s local experts have acquired such advanced technical expertise in the production of missiles that the country’s missile industry would not be brought to a halt under any foreign sanctions whatsoever, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force said.
Iranian Naval Flotilla Heads for Russia’s Makhachkala
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Navy’s sixth peace and friendship flotilla began on Saturday a voyage to Russia’s coastal city of Makhachkala, the capital city of the Republic of Dagestan.
General Vows Iran’s Push to Boost Defense Power after Trump’s Speech
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities to counter the “corrupt American regime” after US President Donald Trump’s Friday speech against the Islamic Republic.
Iranian Commander to Visit Italy for Naval Conference
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said he will pay a visit to Italy to attend a naval conference and provide the European country with Iran’s experience in ensuring security in high-risk maritime zones, like the Gulf of Aden.
Iran Not to Welcome Wars But to Make Aggressors Regret: IRGC Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Lieutenant Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force Brigadier General Esmail Qa’ani underlined that although Iran is not a warmonger, it will make any aggressor regret its aggression.
Iranian Flotilla to Set Sail for Russian City Tomorrow: Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari announced that a flotilla of warships from the Navy would begin on Saturday a voyage to Russia’s coastal city of Makhachkala, the capital city of the Republic of Dagestan.
Army Backs IRGC, Says Iranian Armed Forces Unified
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Army gave its strong support for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps after the US administration’s hawkish stances toward the IRGC, saying all Iranian Armed Forces are unified in defending the country and fighting against terrorism.
IRGC at Forefront of Anti-Terror Fight: Iran’s Defense Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami warned against a US plan to label the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terror group, stressing the IRGC is at the forefront of the fight against terrorism.
Regional Countries Capable of Ensuring Security in Region: Iranian Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Lieutenant Commander of the Iranian Army Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan dismissed any need for presence of foreign powers in the Middle East, saying regional countries can ensure the security of the region
Iranian Defense Minister, Oman’s Air Force Chief Discuss Closer Ties
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami and Commander of the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) Air Vice Marshal Matar bin Ali al-Obaidani held talks on issues of mutual interest, including bilateral ties between the two countries in defense areas.
Azeri Naval Fleet Leaves Iran after Friendly Visit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - A naval flotilla from the Republic of Azerbaijan left Iran’s northern port city of Bandar Anzali on Monday after a landmark visit that included meetings between naval commanders of the two neighbors.
Oman’s Air Force Chief Visits Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Commander of the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) Air Vice Marshal Matar bin Ali al-Obaidani paid a visit to Tehran and had a meeting with his Iranian counterpart.
Navy Foils Pirate Attack on Iranian Cargo Ship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Military forces on board the Iranian Navy’s 48th flotilla rescued one of the country’s merchant vessels from a pirate attack near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait on Monday.
IRGC Warns US of Risks of Implementing CAATSA
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Should the US carry out the so-called Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA), it will then have to relocate its regional bases out of the reach of Iran’s missiles, which have a range of 2,000 kilometers, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps commander said.
Iranian Army Commander: Hegemonic Powers’ Empty Threats Worth Nothing
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi shrugged off recent comments made by some US officials against the country, saying the empty threats “are not even worth responding”.
Azerbaijan’s Naval Fleet Berths at Iran’s Northern Port
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A naval flotilla from the Azerbaijan Republic docked at Iran’s northern port city of Bandar Anzali to make a friendly visit for the first time in the history of bilateral relations between the two neighboring countries.
Generals Discuss Iran-Turkey Cooperation against Secession Bids
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Top generals from Iran and Turkey in a meeting in Tehran explored avenues for military cooperation in the war against terrorism and for thwarting the plots seeking disintegration of the regional countries, such as the Iraqi Kurdistan Region’s secession bid.
