Iran reveals powerful new warship and fast missile boats in major naval display PHOTO

Iran has officially unveiled a new domestically-produced warship, named after Rais Ali Delvari, a national hero who led resistance against British forces following their invasion of Iran in 1915.

The unveiling ceremony took place in the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas and was attended by Major General Hossein Salami, the Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Caliber.Az reports, citing Iranian media.

According to IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, the Rais Ali Delvari warship is capable of carrying three missile boats and a helicopter.

The warship is currently armed with missiles with a range of 300 kilometres, developed by Iran's Ministry of Defense. Tangsiri highlighted that the ship can potentially be equipped with missiles with a range of 750 kilometres, significantly increasing its strike capabilities.

The Rais Ali Delvari warship is designed for high-speed operations, capable of reaching up to 32 knots.

Additionally, the ship is equipped with a fire control system that enables it to effectively manage its weaponry. With a range of 5,000 kilometres, the warship is capable of covering significant distances, enhancing its operational flexibility in the region.

In addition to the new warship, the IRGC Navy also unveiled a series of speedboats armed with missile launchers. These speedboats are capable of reaching an astonishing speed of 110 knots (203 km/h), and they are designed to launch anti-ship cruise missiles, further augmenting Iran's naval deterrence and offensive capabilities.

By Tamilla Hasanova