Military part of Middle East Iran

Islamic Republic of Iran Army

Also known as Artesh, Iran Army, Iranian Army

The Islamic Republic of Iran Army is the conventional military force of Iran, distinct from the IRGC. Known for defending Iranian territory, maintaining deterrence in the Persian Gulf, and operating alongside the IRGC in joint strategic frameworks. Recently, it has conducted drone strikes on U.S. regional bases, enforced Strait of Hormuz access, and reported casualties from U.S. military strikes on Iranian soil. Last updated 3 days ago

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Abolfazl Shekarchi Military Commander 19th Missile Brigade Military Abdolrahim Mousavi Military Commander Abdolrahim Mousavi Abdollahi Military Commander Mohammad Momeni Military Commander

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Iran's Army Spokesperson: "Cooperation with the IRGC is at the highest level."

"We are standing before enemies who possess a very large amount of technology and weapons, and no country in the world dares to fire a shot at them. But we are ...

Iran's Army Spokesperson: "Cooperation with the IRGC is at the highest level."

"We are standing before enemies who possess a very large amount of technology and weapons, and no country in the world dares to fire a shot at them. But we are standing against them, we have hit them, and we have not allowed them to achieve their goals."

"Today, cooperation between the Army and the IRGC is at its highest level and can be a model for other organizations and institutions. The unity within the country is the guarantee of the final victory."

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Iranian Army Chief Gen. Hatami:

• The Strait of Hormuz is a "God-given geopolitical asset" and this leverage will never return to its previous state.

• "One of the legacies of the U.S. president is the activation of the Strait of Hormuz's...

Iranian Army Chief Gen. Hatami:

• The Strait of Hormuz is a "God-given geopolitical asset" and this leverage will never return to its previous state.

• "One of the legacies of the U.S. president is the activation of the Strait of Hormuz's potential."

• This leverage is one of the prerequisites for ending the war in a way that removes the threat hanging over Iran.

• The U.S. has been expelled and is no longer permitted to enter the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and the Strait of Hormuz.

• American bases will never return to their previous state and Iran will never allow it.