Iran warns of strong missile response to any future Israeli aggression

Iran’s Defence Minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, warned that any future Israeli aggression would be met with a response that is “multiple, diverse, surprising, painful, and beyond calculation.”

Speaking to reporters during a meeting with foreign military attachés in Tehran on “Defence Industry Day,” Nasirzadeh emphasised that the missiles used during the 12-day conflict with Israel were produced several years ago, Caliber.Az reports, citing Iranian media.

He added that Iran now possesses more advanced missiles with far greater capabilities, which would be deployed if Israel strikes again.

He highlighted that during the 12-day war, Iran faced not only Israel but also the full logistical, intelligence, and operational support of the United States, along with participation from certain Western and regional countries in Israel’s missile defence efforts.

Despite this, Iranian forces relied entirely on domestically produced weapons, all of which successfully hit their targets and inflicted significant damage.

Nasirzadeh noted that Israel’s advanced defence systems, including THAAD, MIM-104 Patriot, Iron Dome, and Arrow, initially intercepted around 40% of Iranian missiles, but by the end of the conflict, 90% reached their targets, reflecting both Iran’s operational improvements and the weakening of enemy defences.

He further condemned US attacks on Iran’s peaceful nuclear facilities under IAEA supervision as violations of international law, and said that, despite provocations, Iran exercised restraint to prevent escalation.

Counter-strikes were limited to 14 precision missiles targeting Al-Udeid Air Base, successfully destroying key radar installations.

The minister also stressed that Iran’s self-reliant defence industry, developed under the guidance of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, is now a cornerstone of national security.

Defence diplomacy, he added, remains central to regional stability, with Iran maintaining strong military and technological cooperation with friendly countries.

By Aghakazim Guliyev