Iran to Deploy Iron Dome Defense in Tehran

tehran, iran - Iran announces plans to install ballistic missile defense systems in Tehran and other major cities amid concerns of potential US attacks.

Iran's Defense Strategy Against Ballistic Missiles

Iran reveals plans to deploy defense systems against ballistic missiles in response to potential threats from the US. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Air Force Commander, Amir Ali Hajizadeh, expressed concerns over the possibility of US attacks if negotiations fail. The defense systems are designed to counter unmanned aerial vehicles, aircraft, and cruise missiles, with a focus on enhancing capabilities against ballistic missiles. The project, initiated three years ago, is expected to deliver its first products next year, equipping Tehran and other major cities with anti-ballistic missile defense systems.

Hajizadeh emphasized that Iran has the technological capacity to increase missile range if needed, highlighting the readiness to confront potential US aggression. While acknowledging the presence of US targets around Iran, he stated that Iran can effectively target these with cost-effective missiles, without the necessity of intercontinental missiles. The commander warned that any US aggression would bring them within range of Iranian missiles, ensuring a swift response.

Reports suggest that reducing Iran's missile capabilities is a precondition for restarting nuclear negotiations with the US. The announcement of the deployment of advanced defense systems underscores Iran's commitment to enhancing its defense capabilities in the face of regional tensions.