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Miami Herald
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Iran Unveils Next-Level Warfare Drones Amid Tensions With U.S
Iran has unveiled a new fleet of combat drones with capabilities for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), signaling a leap in warfare capabilities amid growing tensions with the United States, its state media reported. Newsweek has reached out to the Pentagon and Iran's foreign ministry for comments. These drones, built for multiple military roles, highlight Iran's ambitions for self-sufficiency despite sanctions and friction with the United States over its nuclear program and support regional proxy groups. The Islamic republic has followed a strategy to protect its military assets from potential airstrikes and surveillance while highlighting advances that make its potential threat apparent to adversaries. Iran has built three new Vertical Take-off and Landing drones for its armed forces: Homa, Dideban, and Shahin-1, which were unveiled this week at a military drone base in Zahedan, near the country's southeastern border, according to Iran's state-run channel Press TV. According to the report, Iran's navy is the main operator of VTOL drones as most vessels can't support conventional drones. The Homa VTOL supports electronic warfare and reconnaissance, Dideban enables precision targeting, and Shahin-1 is built for pinpoint attacks on enemy positions. Iran had previously announced developing a range of drone systems and plans to set up new drone bases to counter threats to the country's sovereignty and unveiled its first drone carrier warship in February. Iran says it has used captured U.S. drones—most notably the RQ-7 that crashed in 2005 and the RQ-170 it seized in 2011—as templates for developing its own unmanned aerial systems. Russia has made extensive use of Iranian drone technology in its war in Ukraine. The U.S. and Iran concluded a fifth round of nuclear talks brokered by Oman in Rome on Friday and both sides said progress was made, but U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action if talks fail to reach agreement. Iran's armed forces on Monday threatened a potential strike on Israel as what it described as justified by Israeli agression. Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces, Brigadier General Nozar Nemati, quoted by Press TV: "It is because of these investments, planning, and persistence in research, as well as progress and development in such efficient and empowering fields that the Army's Ground Force is now recognized as a leading and pioneering force in employment and utilization of the capacity and power of new defense and military achievements." A senior U.S. administration official told Newsweek on Friday: "The discussions were both direct and indirect, and lasted over 2 hours. The talks continue to be constructive – we made further progress, but there is still work to be done. Both sides agreed to meet again in the near future. We are grateful to our Omani partners for their continued facilitation." Iran will continue boosting military capabilities and air defense systems amid threats of war with the United States or Israel. Related Articles Iran Threatens Strike on Israel as US Talks Hang in BalanceTrump Says Iran Deal Close To Avoid 'A Lot of People Dead'Iran Labels Trump a 'Madman' as Nuclear Talks Enter Critical PhaseIran Threatens 'Devastating and Decisive Response' If Attacked 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Iran Unveils Next-Level Warfare Drones Amid Tensions With U.S
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 unveiled a new fleet of combat drones with capabilities for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), signaling a leap in warfare capabilities amid growing tensions with the United States, its state media reported. Newsweek has reached out to the Pentagon and Iran's foreign ministry for comments. Why It Matters These drones, built for multiple military roles, highlight Iran's ambitions for self-sufficiency despite sanctions and friction with the United States over its nuclear program and support regional proxy groups. The Islamic republic has followed a strategy to protect its military assets from potential airstrikes and surveillance while highlighting advances that make its potential threat apparent to adversaries. People look at Iran's domestically-built drones as they visit National Aerospace Park of the Revolutionary Guard, just outside Tehran, Iran, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. People look at Iran's domestically-built drones as they visit National Aerospace Park of the Revolutionary Guard, just outside Tehran, Iran, Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Vahid Salemi/AP Photo What To Know Iran has built three new Vertical Take-off and Landing drones for its armed forces: Homa, Dideban, and Shahin-1, which were unveiled this week at a military drone base in Zahedan, near the country's southeastern border, according to Iran's state-run channel Press TV. According to the report, Iran's navy is the main operator of VTOL drones as most vessels can't support conventional drones. The Homa VTOL supports electronic warfare and reconnaissance, Dideban enables precision targeting, and Shahin-1 is built for pinpoint attacks on enemy positions. Iran had previously announced developing a range of drone systems and plans to set up new drone bases to counter threats to the country's sovereignty and unveiled its first drone carrier warship in February. Iran says it has used captured U.S. drones—most notably the RQ-7 that crashed in 2005 and the RQ-170 it seized in 2011—as templates for developing its own unmanned aerial systems. Russia has made extensive use of Iranian drone technology in its war in Ukraine. The U.S. and Iran concluded a fifth round of nuclear talks brokered by Oman in Rome on Friday and both sides said progress was made, but U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action if talks fail to reach agreement. Iran's armed forces on Monday threatened a potential strike on Israel as what it described as justified by Israeli agression. What People Are Saying Deputy Commander of the Iranian Army's Ground Forces, Brigadier General Nozar Nemati, quoted by Press TV: "It is because of these investments, planning, and persistence in research, as well as progress and development in such efficient and empowering fields that the Army's Ground Force is now recognized as a leading and pioneering force in employment and utilization of the capacity and power of new defense and military achievements." A senior U.S. administration official told Newsweek on Friday: "The discussions were both direct and indirect, and lasted over 2 hours. The talks continue to be constructive – we made further progress, but there is still work to be done. Both sides agreed to meet again in the near future. We are grateful to our Omani partners for their continued facilitation." What Happens Next Iran will continue boosting military capabilities and air defense systems amid threats of war with the United States or Israel.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Time of India
Iran Unveils 'Killer' Homa, Dideban & Shahin-1 Drones Before Israel Strikes Its Nuke Sites
/ May 23, 2025, 02:17PM IST Amid rising tensions and Israeli threats to strike Iran's nuclear sites, Tehran has unveiled three new domestically developed VTOL drones—Homa, Dideban, and Shahin-1. These drones are designed for reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and suicide missions, featuring vertical take-off and landing capabilities. The Homa can fly above 12,000 feet and operate in night and electronic warfare conditions. The Dideban excels in day/night surveillance with group flight abilities. Shahin-1 is a high-speed FPV suicide drone built for future conflicts. Iran's military leadership emphasizes a growing focus on unmanned tech and AI.#iran #drones #suicidedrones #khamenei #netanyahu
