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Al Manar
27-03-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Iran Flexes Naval Might in Support of Palestine Ahead of Quds Day
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy and popular mobilization forces conducted a large-scale naval parade on Thursday, deploying over 3,000 vessels across the Persian Gulf, Makran coasts, and the Caspian Sea. The show of force was intended to express solidarity with Palestinians ahead of the annual International Quds Day. IRGC Navy Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri addressed a gathering in Bandar Abbas, emphasizing that Iran's maritime forces would ensure security and counter any adversarial moves in regional waters. 'We will not only fight on land. We are also ready in the sea and you will have no way to escape,' the commander warned, reaffirming Iran's commitment to maintaining stability in the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and northern waterways. A naval parade is also taking place in Babolsar, Iran, along the Caspian Sea, in solidarity with Gaza's people. — Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) March 27, 2025 Tangsiri described the naval mobilization as a symbol of resistance, stating, 'The naval Basij force is not just a military unit but a representation of the Islamic nations' defiance against oppressors.' He asserted that Iran's maritime strength instilled fear among its adversaries, with 'more than 3,000 vessels' ensuring 'security and deterrence in our waters.' Highlighting the significance of Quds Day, the IRGC Navy commander declared, 'This day represents a global stand against oppression. Not just Iranians but Muslims worldwide will voice their opposition to injustice.' He warned regional adversaries that 'you will find no escape route through the sea' as Iran's naval forces, alongside other Muslim nations, would 'block all your paths.' Concluding his speech, Tangsiri expressed confidence in divine promises, stating that Iran remains steadfast in its path of resistance. 'We do not fear martyrdom. The era of tyranny over the seas is over, and we stand ready to counter any threats,' he said. The annual Quds Day march, set to take place across Iran on Friday, is expected to see widespread participation as part of Iran's long-standing opposition to Israeli aggressions.
The Independent
05-03-2025
- The Independent
Iran unveils unmanned stealth fighter jets for ‘bombing missions'
Iran 's Air Force has introduced a new unmanned stealth fighter, the JAS 313, that the military says is capable of reconnaissance and bombing missions. The announcement came from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), led by Alireza Tangsiri, during a ceremony aboard the Shanid Bagheri, a drone carrier in the Iranian Navy. The JAS 313, which resembles a smaller version of a traditional fighter jet, was filmed taking off for its first flight tests. The footage revealed the UAV's relatively compact size in contrast to the expansive runway of the carrier. '[The] JAS drone performs both reconnaissance and bombing missions for the IRGC Navy,' Mr Tangsiri said.
Telegraph
04-03-2025
- Business
- Telegraph
Iran unveils new stealth fighter drone for bombing and reconnaissance
Iran has unveiled a new miniature jet-powered stealth fighter drone that it says can carry out bombing and reconnaissance missions. Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps 's (IRGC) naval wing, said: 'With its high speed, the JAS 313 can efficiently carry out its missions,' He introduced it during a ceremony onboard the Shahid Bagheri, the Iranian navy's drone carrier. Footage showed the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which resembles a smaller version of a conventional fighter jet, dwarfed by the carrier's runway as it took off for flight tests. According to Mr Tangsiri, the drone was designed specifically for taking off from such runways and is expected to be fully operational soon. '[The] JAS drone performs both reconnaissance and bombing missions for the IRGC Navy,' he said. However, some Iranian social media users mocked the tiny aircraft, with one saying, 'you could find a cheaper and more efficient one on Amazon'. Last week the US imposed sanctions on entities in Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland that were accused of facilitating Tehran's acquisition of parts for its drone programmes. Scott Bessent, the US Treasury secretary, said: 'Iran continues to try to find new ways to procure the key components it needs to bolster its UAV weapons program through new front companies and third-country suppliers.' Iran has invested heavily in its drone development in recent years and 1,000 new UAVs were delivered to the army in January. Iranian drones have been used across the region in Syria and Yemen, and Russia has made heavy use of Iranian-developed Shahed attack drones to bombard Ukrainian cities. Last month, a drone launched by Russia struck the protective shell covering the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Ukrainian media released images of the UAV's engine, which appeared to be from a Shahed. Iran is bracing for more showdowns with Israel and the United States, particularly following Donald Trump's maximum pressure campaign on Tehran.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Iran unveils new stealth fighter drone for bombing and reconnaissance
Credit: TASNIM_Military Iran has unveiled a new miniature jet-powered stealth fighter drone that it says can carry out bombing and reconnaissance missions. Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps's (IRGC) naval wing, said: 'With its high speed, the JAS 313 can efficiently carry out its missions,' He introduced it during a ceremony onboard the Shahid Bagheri, the Iranian navy's drone carrier. Footage showed the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which resembles a smaller version of a conventional fighter jet, dwarfed by the carrier's runway as it took off for flight tests. According to Mr Tangsiri, the drone was designed specifically for taking off from such runways and is expected to be fully operational soon. '[The] JAS drone performs both reconnaissance and bombing missions for the IRGC Navy,' he said. However, some Iranian social media users mocked the tiny aircraft, with one saying, 'you could find a cheaper and more efficient one on Amazon'. Last week the US imposed sanctions on entities in Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland that were accused of facilitating Tehran's acquisition of parts for its drone programmes. Scott Bessent, the US Treasury secretary, said: 'Iran continues to try to find new ways to procure the key components it needs to bolster its UAV weapons program through new front companies and third-country suppliers.' Iran has invested heavily in its drone development in recent years and 1,000 new UAVs were delivered to the army in January. Iranian drones have been used across the region in Syria and Yemen, and Russia has made heavy use of Iranian-developed Shahed attack drones to bombard Ukrainian cities. Last month, a drone launched by Russia struck the protective shell covering the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Ukrainian media released images of the UAV's engine, which appeared to be from a Shahed. Iran is bracing for more showdowns with Israel and the United States, particularly following Donald Trump's maximum pressure campaign on Tehran. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Gulf Insider
08-02-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Iran Inaugurates First-Ever Drone Carrier Warship In Arabian Gulf
Iran on Thursday unveiled and inaugurated its first ever drone-carrier warship, which features a 180-meter long runway for UAVS, and which is capable of carry several helicopters. Manned by the elite paramilitary Revolutionary Guard's navy (IRGC), the vessel is dubbed Shahid Bagheri, and is further capable of launching cruise missiles. Iran's military and media is touting that the ship is able to travel 'independently' across the globe's oceans for up to one year, and it can go up to 22,000 nautical miles without needing to refuel in ports. The vessel began its life as a commercial ship, and was overhauled and completely re-outfitted for as a drone carrier. 'The Revolutionary Guards took action to transform a commercial ship… into a mobile naval platform capable of carrying out drone and helicopter missions in the oceans,' said Navy Commander of the Revolutionary Guards Alireza Tangsiri. 'The addition of this ship to our fleet is an important step in increasing the defense and deterrence capability of Iran in distant waters and in maintaining our national security interests,' Tangsiri added. State IRNA has touted that the carrier has a capacity of carrying 60 drones. A state TV broadcast unveiling the Shahid Bagheri showed at least four helicopters and three UAVs on the warship's runway at the time of the footage. Tehran officials are further hailing it as the 'largest naval military project' in the history of the Islamic Republic. Click here to read more…
