Iran air defense

The most dangerous component of Iran’s arsenal - opinion

A threat invisible to radar and affording insufficient early warning time requires a different strategy.

Members of special IRGC forces attend a rally marking the annual Quds Day, or Jerusalem Day, on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan in Tehran, Iran April 29, 2022.
People walk past a mural depicting the late leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, May 25, 2026.

Israel, Iran trade blows before ceasefire, but Hezbollah conflict could destabilize

 Israeli air defense systems operating during the war with Iran.

Lessons from Operation Roaring Lion: Defending the Defenders -opinion

An IDF F-35 "Adir" shot down an Iranian Air Force YAK-130 fighter jet on March 4, 2026.

US F-35 hit, forced to make emergency landing, IRGC takes credit


Iran's threat to Israel increases if it supplies air defense to Syria - analysis

The implications of Iran’s claims are clear, it wants to show that it can supply Syria with a system that is a potential game-changer.

 The IRGC's Bavar-373 air-defense system

Iran unveils first underground air force base, Eagle 44 - report

This is one of several Iranian underground air force bases to have been built in recent years throughout the country.

 Iran's Army chief, Maj.-Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi and Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. Mohammad Bagheri visit the first underground air force base, called "Eagle 44" at an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on February 7, 2023.

Gantz: Iran conducted 16 separate attacks in past 5 years in the Gulf and Red Sea

“We are reminded that war is not a distant reality and that countries must be able to build their capabilities and defend themselves."

 A drone is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on August 25, 2022.

China, Russia claim to showcase hi-tech weapons at Zhuhai Airshow -analysis

These air shows are an opportunity to see which of the weapon systems that were teased in the past are really rolling off the production line – and whether they work, or are merely for display.

 Chinese passenger jet C919 performs near a fighter jet of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force, at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China, in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, China

Iran improves air defenses amidst rising tensions - report

As tensions brewed between Iran and Saudi Arabia, Iran claims to improve its air defenses, significantly increasing its range of coverage.

AN IRANIAN FLAG is pictured near in a missile during a military drill, with the participation of Iran’s air defense units in October.  (West Asia News Agency/Reuters)

Ukraine asked Israel in official letter for air defense systems

The Ukrainian government sent Israel a letter requesting air defense systems as a way to counter any Iranian ballistic missiles and attack drones.

The David's Sling air defense system intercepts target during flight test

Iran showcases air defense prowess amid deadly protests - why? - analysis

Tehran is concerned about attacks and it wants to show that, even if it is facing protests in the very heart of the capital, it can still defend itself.

A drone is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on August 25, 2022.

Meet the Hezbollah militants behind Iran's air defense project in Syria

The two Hezbollah members reportedly worked alongside IRGC officers on building Iran's air defenses in Syria.

 Abbas Muhammad Al Dabs (left) and Muhammad Mahmoud Zalzli (right), two Hezbollah members operating in Iran's air defense project in Syria

Iran ups civil defense as Mossad Chief heads to US to thwart nuclear deal

Tehran sends response on negotiated text • Washington is skeptical

 An anti-US mural is seen on a building at a street in Tehran, Iran August 16, 2022

Did Iran copy Israeli missiles for its drone production? - analysis

A Ukrainian report claiming that Iran copied Israel's Spike anti-missile tank and put it on a drone has been circulating in Iran - exactly how Iran wants.

 This photo was taken at the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Day 2022 parade in Tehran.