Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new underground missile city, displaying ballistic and cruise missiles alongside their launch systems. The unveiling was attended by Armed Forces Chief of Staff, Major General Ali Abdollahi, and IRGC Aerospace Force Commander, Brigadier General Majid Mousavi. Footage released by Iranian state media showed the two senior military commanders touring sections of the underground facility.
The IRGC spokesman, Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi, announced on Saturday that the Aerospace Force would introduce a new underground missile city and other military capabilities during its Aerospace Force Week. Mohebbi said the Guards had accelerated the transfer of missile and drone production lines from surface installations to underground facilities to ensure continued weapons manufacturing even under heavy bombardment.
According to Mohebbi, Iran's domestic technological expertise, geographical size, and flexible industrial infrastructure make it difficult for adversaries to disrupt its weapons manufacturing activities. He claimed that Iran's missile and drone production capabilities are based on indigenous technological expertise rather than foreign supplies or reverse-engineering captured weapons.
The IRGC Aerospace Force commander, Mousavi, warned that Iran is prepared to confront military threats within and beyond the region, and that its adversaries should not underestimate its capabilities. He stated that Iran could target the military capabilities of its adversaries across the region and beyond if necessary.
Abdollahi also issued a warning to Iran's adversaries, saying the country's military determination would not be influenced by the numerical superiority or technological advantages of opposing forces. He maintained that the country's military response would be determined by the resolve of its armed forces rather than the quantity of weapons deployed against it.
Iran has developed underground military installations, commonly described by the IRGC as missile cities, to protect its weapons stockpiles, launch systems, and other strategic military assets from aerial attacks. Some of the facilities are reportedly constructed beneath mountainous terrain, which adds to their protection.
The unveiling of the new underground missile city is a demonstration of Iran's military capabilities amid continuing tensions with the United States and Israel. The Iranian military chiefs' warnings suggest that the country has additional military capabilities that could emerge in any future confrontation.
Key points
- Iran's IRGC unveils new underground missile city, showcasing ballistic and cruise missiles.
- The facility is part of Iran's efforts to protect its military assets from aerial attacks.
- Iranian military commanders issue fresh warnings to adversaries, emphasizing their preparedness to confront threats.
