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Iranian Army Bolsters Arsenal with 1,000 Strategic, Stealth Drones Amid Rising Tensions

Jan 13, 2025, 08:26 AM

The Iranian Army has bolstered its military capabilities with the addition of 1,000 new drones, as announced by the country's defense authorities. These drones, which include strategic, stealth, and anti-fortification models, were delivered to various locations across Iran and have joined the Army's Combat Organization. The drones are equipped with advanced features such as a range exceeding 2,000 kilometers, high destructive power, the ability to penetrate defense layers with low Radar Cross Section (RCS), and autonomous flight capabilities. These enhancements are intended to improve reconnaissance depth, border monitoring, and the army's combat effectiveness against distant targets. The delivery was overseen by Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh and Army Chief Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi. The move comes amid heightened tensions with Israel and the United States, with Iran conducting military exercises to defend key nuclear installations.