TABNAK, Sep, 16: Deputy Chief of operations at the Army's Air Defense Force, Mohammad Khoshqalb said the country owns good potential in terms of laser defense system.
He further continued that the country has practiced part of its laser system capabilities to confront some threats.
“Large part of Air Defense Force’s systems, potential and facilities are all indigenous and home-made,” he said.
The commander further said that precise discovery, proper identification, interception and appropriate dealing with aerial illegal and probably hostile targets based on rules and regulations of the country’s air defense.
In recent years, Iranian military scientists and engineers have achieved great advances in the production of a wide spectrum of indigenous equipment, allowing the armed forces to operate independently.
Iranian officials have frequently stated that the country would not hesitate to develop its military capabilities, particularly missile power, which is only intended for defense, and that Iran's defense capabilities will never be negotiated.
Last year, Iranian Defense Minister Ashtiani noted that Tehran intends to unveil a brand-new cutting-edge air defense system in the near future.
The minister said that only Iranian military experts were involved in the design and production of the domestically produced military equipment.
General Ashtiani went on to add that the development of this technology is consistent with the Defense Ministry’s policy of surprising the adversary and developing several scenarios for potential future struggles.
According to the Iranian general, the Defense Ministry was successful in designing and manufacturing a number of surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems, including Bavar-373 (Belief-373), Khordad 15, Talaash (Endeavor), and Mersad (Ambush).
Ashtiani also stressed that integrating modern missile defense systems and boosting deterrent power would enable Iran diversify its air defense capabilities and increase the engagement capabilities of its armed forces.
He praised the Defense Ministry for having 400 innovation centers and 4,500 researchers, making it to rank first in the country.
