Iran’s defence minister reveals overseas weapons manufacturing infrastructure

Iran’s Defence Minister, Aziz Nasirzadeh, has revealed that the Islamic Republic has established infrastructure to produce weapons in multiple foreign countries.

The announcement came during a television interview with the Iranian news agency Young Journalists Club, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media. 

While Nasirzadeh did not disclose the names of the countries involved, he stated that the factories "will likely be officially opened and announced in the near future."

He also emphasised Iran’s focus on enhancing its missile capabilities, noting that “missile development” has been a key priority. However, he added that “after the war with Israel, priorities may change.”

By Sabina Mammadli