On February 19, the Ghaem-118 air defense missile was unveiled during the second phase of the Great Prophet 19 exercise, which involved the integration of new weapons into the IRGC Ground Forces Combat Organization.
The B-2 Spirit is a strategic heavy stealth bomber designed to carry and deploy both nuclear and conventional weapons. It played a crucial role in the U.S. bomber modernization program. The B-2’s blend of stealth technology, sophisticated aerodynamic design, and substantial payload capacity offers it a notable edge over other bombers. It has a range of approximately 6,000 miles (9,600 km) without needing to refuel.
In 2025, during a television documentary, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran introduced a more advanced version of the 358 missile, known as the 359 missile. Similar to the 358, the 359 is a loitering defensive missile but has been enhanced in its capabilities. It can now engage targets at higher altitudes and at greater speeds.
The Zhobin (Fateh) is a small suicide drone designed for infantry use, utilized by the Iranian Army Ground Forces. It features a pneumatic launcher, an electric motor, a modular warhead, and high accuracy, making it highly suitable for battlefield operations.
Loitering munitions, commonly referred to as suicide drones or kamikaze drones, are unmanned weapon systems engineered for rapid response and the swift destruction of enemy targets. These weapons combine features of cruise missiles and combat drones, offering a low-cost, efficient, and reliable solution on the battlefield. The Ra’ad drone family, produced by the Iranian Ministry of Defense Aerospace Industries, is currently in service with the IRGC Ground Forces. This family includes three variants: Ra’ad-1, Ra’ad-2, and Ra’ad-3, each designed to perform assigned missions at different ranges.
Rampage is a supersonic standoff air-launched missile based on the EXTRA artillery rocket. It is designed to destroy high-value targets such as radar installations, communications centers, infrastructure facilities, and airfields, enabling the aircraft to launch from beyond the engagement range of defense systems.
The 358 surface-to-air missile is an advanced air defense loitering munition that integrates the functionalities of both drones and missiles. Its innovative characteristics are such that it has established a new concept within the air defense missile category. The 358 loitering missile has an impressive track record of successfully shooting down American and Israeli drones in the region.
During the unveiling of the latest achievements and capabilities of Iran’s defense industry at the Eghteddar 1403 Defense Exhibition, the Hadid-110 Jet suicide drone was showcased.
Iran’s Defense Ministry has revealed a new suicide drone capable of being launched from underwater.
Shahid Bagheri Drone Carrier is the first Iranian drone carrier commissioned by the IRGC Navy. It was built by converting a 42,000-ton container ship named Perarin. This drone carrier is expected to significantly enhance the Iranian Navy’s combat and intelligence capabilities in the Persian Gulf and distant waters.
The Ababil-5 is a sophisticated Iranian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for surveillance and reconnaissance as well as combat operations. The Ababil-5 features a fixed-wing design with a propeller-driven engine and can be equipped with Qaem-class bombs and Almas air-launched missiles. This drone represents a significant upgrade in the Ababil UAV family, combining features from earlier models like the Ababil-3,4 and Mohajer-6.
On December 26, 2024, coinciding with the anniversary of Mao Zedong’s birth, the Chinese military unveiled two sixth-generation fighter jets, the J-36 and J-50. This simultaneous unveiling has generated significant excitement among aerospace enthusiasts and raised concerns among competitors. The introduction of these advanced fighter jets highlights the ongoing progress and development of the People’s Republic of China’s military aviation capabilities.
