Iranian military news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about the Iranian military:
Recent Developments:
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launches missile attack on US military bases in Iraq: On January 8, 2020, the IRGC launched a ballistic missile attack on two US military bases in Iraq, in retaliation for the US drone strike that killed top Iranian military commander Qasem Soleimani.
- Iran's military conducts large-scale exercises: In December 2019, Iran's military conducted large-scale exercises, including naval and air force drills, to demonstrate its military capabilities.
- Iran's Navy seizes British oil tanker: In July 2019, Iran's Navy seized a British oil tanker, the Stena Impero, in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing it of violating international maritime laws.
Recent Military Acquisitions:
- Iran's military receives new S-300 air defense system: In 2019, Iran received the S-300 air defense system from Russia, which is designed to detect and destroy enemy aircraft and missiles.
- Iran's Navy receives new submarines: In 2019, Iran's Navy received two new submarines, the "Qadir" and the "Nahid", which are designed to detect and attack enemy submarines and surface ships.
- Iran's military receives new drones: In 2019, Iran's military received new drones, including the "Ghods" and the "Kaman", which are designed for reconnaissance and combat missions.
Military Modernization:
- Iran's military modernization program: Iran has been working to modernize its military, including the development of new weapons and equipment, such as ballistic missiles, drones, and air defense systems.
- Iran's Navy modernization program: Iran's Navy has been working to modernize its fleet, including the development of new submarines, destroyers, and patrol boats.
- Iran's Air Force modernization program: Iran's Air Force has been working to modernize its fleet, including the development of new fighter jets, helicopters, and transport planes.
International Relations:
- Iran's military relations with Russia: Iran and Russia have been strengthening their military relations, including the sale of Russian weapons and equipment to Iran.
- Iran's military relations with China: Iran and China have been strengthening their military relations, including the sale of Chinese weapons and equipment to Iran.
- Iran's military relations with North Korea: Iran and North Korea have been strengthening their military relations, including the exchange of military technology and equipment.
Other News:
- Iran's military budget: Iran's military budget has been increasing in recent years, with a focus on modernizing its military and developing new weapons and equipment.
- Iran's military personnel: Iran's military personnel have been increasing in recent years, with a focus on recruiting new soldiers and officers.
- Iran's military training: Iran's military has been conducting training exercises and drills to improve its military capabilities and readiness.
Please note that the information provided is based on publicly available sources and may not reflect the most up-to-date or accurate information.