WANA (Nov 20) – The Commander of the Iranian Army’s Ground Forces, Brigadier General Kiomars Heydari, stated that Iran’s Ground Forces have achieved the technology to produce a wide range of completely indigenous drone systems and equipment.

 

During a visit to the Drone Units of Hazrat Vali Asr (PBUH) and the 99th Air Defense Group of the Ground Forces, he referred to Iran’s Supreme Leader’s remarks, emphasizing that air defense is the frontline of the country’s defense.

 

He added that Iran’s Army’s Ground Forces Air Defense is a key unit in the defense cycle of the military and the nation, playing a crucial role in safeguarding vital and sensitive installations and ensuring the security of the covered areas and centers.

 

Brigadier General Heydari stressed the strategic significance of the Ground Forces’ air defense alongside the Army’s Air Defense Force in securing and enhancing the safety of the skies over the Islamic Republic of Iran.

 

He noted that the 99th Air Defense Group provides surface coverage for the Ground Forces units in all exercises, operations, and missions. This unit has successfully completed all assigned operations, addressing the Ground Forces’ needs, vastness, and dispersion by using the latest equipment and the most efficient systems.

 

The Commander of the Ground Forces also highlighted the importance of developing drone capabilities within the Ground Forces, stating that they have not only achieved the ability to produce a variety of completely indigenous drone systems and equipment but have also excelled in performing reconnaissance, combat, operational, and destructive missions at various ranges and scales.

 

He emphasized the significance of advancing both the human and technical resources of the Ground Forces’ drone units in enhancing the power of the country’s armed forces.

 

He noted that with the support of the Army’s commander-in-chief, the Ground Forces have been able to grow in human resources and address the needs of drones, air defense, and the production of modern equipment and weapons, thereby contributing to the nation’s ongoing and unshakable security while earning the satisfaction of the Supreme Leader.