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Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War
Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War

Miami Herald

time2 hours ago

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  • Miami Herald

Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War

Iran has replaced air defence systems damaged during last month's clash with Israel, a senior military official said, as Tehran prepares for potential further military action with nuclear talks in the balance. With both Iran and Israel rearming and accusations flying, the threat of a renewed war continues to loom over the Middle East. Newsweek has reached out to the State Department as well as the foreign ministries of Iran and Israel. The restoration of Iran's air defenses highlights the growing risk of renewed conflict. Following coordinated Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iranian targets last month, Tehran accused Israel of acting with U.S. and NATO backing, framing the confrontation as part of a broader Western campaign. This escalation moves beyond a bilateral dispute, raising the possibility of a larger regional war involving multiple powers and proxy groups. According to Iran's Defah Press news agency, Iranian air defence systems sustained significant damage during June's conflict when Israel took control of the skies over Iran for a short time, allowing them to carry out attacks with less resistance. Rear Admiral Mahmoud Mousavi, acknowledged the losses but stressed a swift recovery. "Some of our defense systems were damaged in this war; but with the efforts of my comrades the damaged systems were replaced and deployed in predetermined locations." he said. Iran's military says it restored its air defenses using domestically developed systems. Its current arsenal includes the long-range Bavar-373 and Russian-supplied S-300 platforms. Defah Press did not report any recent imports of foreign-made equipment. Meanwhile, Iran, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are set to hold nuclear talks in Istanbul on Friday following warnings that the failure to resume negotiations could lead to international sanctions being reimposed on Tehran. The scheduled talks come after the foreign ministers of these E3 nations, along with the European Union's foreign policy chief, held their first call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi late last week. The E3, China, and Russia remain parties to the 2015 nuclear deal, which the Trump administration exited in 2018. Tehran says its nuclear programme is solely meant for civilian purposes. Iran's Rear Admiral Mahmoud Mousavi: "The Zionist enemy sought to destroy Iran's defence capabilities, and some of our defence systems were damaged in this war; But with the efforts of my comrades, the damaged systems were replaced and deployed in predetermined locations." Israel's Military Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: "The campaign against Iran is not over. We are entering a new phase." Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi: "If EU/E3 want to have a role, they should act responsibly, and put aside the worn-out policies of threat and pressure, including the 'snapback' for which they lack absolutely [any] moral and legal ground." With its air defenses restored and nuclear diplomacy back on the table, Iran is positioning itself for parallel military and political engagement as Western powers weigh whether to reimpose UN sanctions before an October 18 deadline. Related Articles Iran and Russia Launch Naval Drills in Challenge to USIran to Hold Nuclear Talks With 3 European CountriesIran Boasts of New Air Defenses After Attacks From Israel, USDonald Trump Sends Message To Iran Over Nuclear Ambitions 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.

Iran reveals it replaced air defenses after 'Israel' war
Iran reveals it replaced air defenses after 'Israel' war

Roya News

time7 hours ago

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  • Roya News

Iran reveals it replaced air defenses after 'Israel' war

Iran has replaced air defense systems damaged during 'Israeli' strikes in June, the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reported Sunday, citing a military official. 'Israel' launched an unprecedented attack on Iran on June 13, with the stated goal of preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, an ambition Iran denies, asserting its right to civilian nuclear energy. During the 12-day conflict, 'Israel' primarily targeted nuclear and military facilities. Senior military officials and scientists involved in Iran's nuclear program were killed in these strikes. IRNA quoted Rear Admiral Mahmoud Mousavi, Deputy Head of Operations for the Iranian Army, as saying, "The Zionist enemy tried to destroy Iran's defensive capabilities, and some of our defense systems were damaged in this war. However, the damaged systems have been replaced with new ones through the efforts of our armed forces and have been deployed to pre-determined locations." The report did not specify the type of equipment or when the replacements occurred. Iran's air defense capabilities include domestically produced systems like Bavar-373 and Khordad-15, designed to counter missiles and aircraft. Iran also received Russia's S-300 system in 2016, following the 2015 nuclear agreement signed in Vienna with major powers (France, Britain, Germany, China, Russia, and the United States). A ceasefire went into effect on June 24, following 12 days of conflict during which Iran responded with missile and drone launches against 'Israel'. Local authorities reported over a thousand casualties in Iran due to the 'Israeli' strikes, while the 'Israeli' government announced at least 28 deaths in Israel. On June 22, the United States struck Iran's underground uranium enrichment site in Fordow, south of Tehran, and two nuclear facilities in Isfahan and Natanz (central Iran). The full extent of the damage inflicted by these bombardments remains unclear. Iran and the United States had conducted five rounds of nuclear negotiations, mediated by Oman, since April, prior to 'Israel's' military campaign. Talks between Tehran and Washington have since halted, with 'Israel's' attack occurring two days before a scheduled sixth round of discussions.

Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War
Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War

Newsweek

time8 hours ago

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  • Newsweek

Iran's Army Repairs Air Defenses for New War

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Iran has replaced air defence systems damaged during last month's clash with Israel, a senior military official said, as Tehran prepares for potential further military action with nuclear talks in the balance. With both Iran and Israel rearming and accusations flying, the threat of a renewed war continues to loom over the Middle East. Newsweek has reached out to the State Department as well as the foreign ministries of Iran and Israel. Why It Matters The restoration of Iran's air defenses highlights the growing risk of renewed conflict. Following coordinated Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iranian targets last month, Tehran accused Israel of acting with U.S. and NATO backing, framing the confrontation as part of a broader Western campaign. This escalation moves beyond a bilateral dispute, raising the possibility of a larger regional war involving multiple powers and proxy groups. This photo provided Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, by the Iranian Army, shows a missile system during a military drill, Iran. This photo provided Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, by the Iranian Army, shows a missile system during a military drill, Iran. Mahdi Vaziri/AP Photo What to Know According to Iran's Defah Press news agency, Iranian air defence systems sustained significant damage during June's conflict when Israel took control of the skies over Iran for a short time, allowing them to carry out attacks with less resistance. Rear Admiral Mahmoud Mousavi, acknowledged the losses but stressed a swift recovery. "Some of our defense systems were damaged in this war; but with the efforts of my comrades the damaged systems were replaced and deployed in predetermined locations." he said. Iran's military says it restored its air defenses using domestically developed systems. Its current arsenal includes the long-range Bavar-373 and Russian-supplied S-300 platforms. Defah Press did not report any recent imports of foreign-made equipment. Status of Nuclear Talks Meanwhile, Iran, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are set to hold nuclear talks in Istanbul on Friday following warnings that the failure to resume negotiations could lead to international sanctions being reimposed on Tehran. The scheduled talks come after the foreign ministers of these E3 nations, along with the European Union's foreign policy chief, held their first call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi late last week. The E3, China, and Russia remain parties to the 2015 nuclear deal, which the Trump administration exited in 2018. Tehran says its nuclear programme is solely meant for civilian purposes. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius, German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier, European Union High Representative Federica Mogherini, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond and U.S. Secretary... Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius, German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier, European Union High Representative Federica Mogherini, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond and U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, from left, pose for a group photo following talks with Iran on their nuclear program in Vienna, Austria, Tuesday, July 14, 2015. World powers and Iran announce a long-term, comprehensive nuclear agreement. More Ronald Zak/AP Photo What People Are Saying Iran's Rear Admiral Mahmoud Mousavi: "The Zionist enemy sought to destroy Iran's defence capabilities, and some of our defence systems were damaged in this war; But with the efforts of my comrades, the damaged systems were replaced and deployed in predetermined locations." Israel's Military Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: "The campaign against Iran is not over. We are entering a new phase." Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi: "If EU/E3 want to have a role, they should act responsibly, and put aside the worn-out policies of threat and pressure, including the 'snapback' for which they lack absolutely [any] moral and legal ground." What Happens Next With its air defenses restored and nuclear diplomacy back on the table, Iran is positioning itself for parallel military and political engagement as Western powers weigh whether to reimpose UN sanctions before an October 18 deadline.

Bad news for Israel, US as Iran builds indigenous air defence system in record time, even more powerful than..., says 'we are...'
Bad news for Israel, US as Iran builds indigenous air defence system in record time, even more powerful than..., says 'we are...'

India.com

timea day ago

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  • India.com

Bad news for Israel, US as Iran builds indigenous air defence system in record time, even more powerful than..., says 'we are...'

New Delhi: Iran has once again shown that it has become a powerful nation. Its air defense systems were completely destroyed by Israel and Tehran's skies were rendered vulnerable. Now Iran has rebuilt all those air defense systems in just one month. Not only this, it has made them more lethal than ever before. According to Iran's Defa Press News Agency, Iranian Army Operations Deputy Mahmoud Mousavi has claimed that all the damaged air defense systems have been replaced with systems made in Iran. 'We cannot deny that some systems were damaged, but we immediately deployed the pre-arranged systems already kept in safe places. They have been made even more powerful'. Iran's self-reliance Self-reliance has now become Iran's biggest strength in military strategy. Iran has reactivated its air defense without foreign cooperation. Bavar-373, which is Iran's domestically developed long-range air defense system, has been upgraded and enhanced more than before. The S-300 system acquired from Russia is also in alert mode. The Iranian army also clarified that no foreign defense equipment was imported in the last one month. That is, this entire process was done domestically, which shows Iran's military self-reliance. What happened in June? In the military conflict between Israel and Iran in June, the Israeli Air Force targeted several Iranian military bases. These included several missile production centers, air defense battalions and radar stations. The conflict became more serious when Iran launched dozens of drones and missiles towards Israel, many of which were intercepted by the Israeli 'Iron Dome' and 'David's Sling'. Iran's air defense suffered severe damage in this conflict. But the way Tehran has prepared to counter has alerted Israel and its Western allies. What is Bavar-373? Iran's Bavar-373 system has now become the most reliable pillar of its air defense. Like the S-400, it has multi-target and multi-layer interception capability. Its range is up to 300 kilometers and it can deal with multiple airborne threats simultaneously. In 2020, Iran demonstrated it publicly. But after the recent crisis, it has been redeployed with a new configuration. According to defense experts, this system is now equipped with faster reaction time and enhanced radar coverage. What else has Iran worked on? Defa Press reports that the Iranian army has adopted a strategy of preventive defense in many areas. For this, air defense units have been moved to new places and the number of mobile missile units has also been increased. Iran's message: We are ready This strong recovery of Iran is important not only militarily but also politically. This is a direct message to Israel and America that do not make the mistake of considering Iran weak. Last October also, when Israel attacked missile factories, Iran surprised the world by conducting retaliatory military exercises within a few weeks. Now once again, without any noise, Iran has done something that has surprised even the big defense experts.

Iran Rebuilds Air Defense Systems After Clash with Israel
Iran Rebuilds Air Defense Systems After Clash with Israel

Leaders

timea day ago

  • Politics
  • Leaders

Iran Rebuilds Air Defense Systems After Clash with Israel

Iranian Regular Army's Deputy for Operations, Mahmoud Mousavi, announced that Iran has rebuilt its air defenses damaged in last month's clashes with Israel, according to Reuters. 'Some of our air defenses were damaged, this is not something we can hide, but our colleagues have used domestic resources and replaced them with pre-arranged systems that were stored in suitable locations in order to keep the airspace secure,' Mousavi said. In June, Israel's air force overwhelmed Iran's air defenses and asserted control over its airspace. In a response, Iran launched numerous waves of missile and drone attacks targeting Israeli territory. Before the conflict that broke out on June 13, Iran had its own domestically-made long-range air defense system Bavar-373 along with the Russian-made S-300 system. There are no official reports of importing any foreign-made air defense systems to Iran in past weeks. On June 13, Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Iran under the name of Operation Rising Lion. The military campaign targeted Iran's nuclear facilities and killed top military commanders and nuclear scientists in an attempt to eliminate Iran's nuclear program. Related Topics: Iran Could Hold Nuclear Talks with Europeans Next Week: Tasnim 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Iran Iran to Hold Talks with China, Russia at SCO Summit Short link : Post Views: 9 Related Stories

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