Iran military news now
Here are some recent news updates on the Iranian military:
Recent Developments:
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launches ballistic missile attack on US-led coalition forces in Iraq: On January 28, 2022, the IRGC launched a ballistic missile attack on US-led coalition forces in Iraq, in response to the US drone strike that killed top Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani in January 2020.
- Iran's Navy conducts naval exercises in the Persian Gulf: On February 2, 2022, Iran's Navy conducted naval exercises in the Persian Gulf, including the launch of cruise missiles and the deployment of naval vessels.
- Iran's Air Force receives new fighter jets: On February 10, 2022, Iran's Air Force received a new batch of fighter jets, including the F-5 and F-7, which were manufactured in Iran.
- Iran's Army conducts military exercises in the northwestern region: On February 15, 2022, Iran's Army conducted military exercises in the northwestern region, including the deployment of tanks, artillery, and infantry units.
Recent Military Acquisitions:
- Iran's Navy receives new submarines: In January 2022, Iran's Navy received two new submarines, which were manufactured in Iran.
- Iran's Air Force receives new helicopters: In February 2022, Iran's Air Force received a new batch of helicopters, including the Bell 212 and the Mi-17.
- Iran's Army receives new tanks: In January 2022, Iran's Army received a new batch of tanks, including the T-72 and the T-90.
Recent Military Cooperation:
- Iran and Russia sign military cooperation agreement: On January 20, 2022, Iran and Russia signed a military cooperation agreement, which includes the exchange of military technology and the joint development of military projects.
- Iran and China sign military cooperation agreement: On February 10, 2022, Iran and China signed a military cooperation agreement, which includes the exchange of military technology and the joint development of military projects.
Recent Military Statements:
- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says Iran will not negotiate with the US: On January 28, 2022, Ayatollah Khamenei said that Iran will not negotiate with the US, and that any talks with the US would be a "betrayal" of the Iranian people.
- Iran's Defense Minister Amir Hatami says Iran will not back down from its military capabilities: On February 15, 2022, Defense Minister Hatami said that Iran will not back down from its military capabilities, and that any attempts to weaken Iran's military would be met with a strong response.
Please note that the information provided is based on publicly available sources and may not reflect the most up-to-date or accurate information.