Missile, weapons production supply chain remains intact: IRGC adviser
An adviser to the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force says Iran's supply chain for the production of weapons and missiles remains fully intact.
In remarks on Saturday, Brigadier General Ali Balali said Iran has no concerns in any sector required for its defense production.
He added that all facilities and components required for missile production are manufactured domestically and are also exportable.
The senior IRGC commander emphasized that Iran has also drawn on its experience to make advances in air defense, drone production, and the space sector.
Balali further noted that the United States had copied Iran’s Shahed-136 drone, demonstrating that Washington had been unable to develop a similar platform despite its extensive research centers and think tanks.
“We can continue the fight for as long as necessary,” he said.
He noted that Iran relies on indigenous capabilities and a clear understanding of operational requirements to drive innovation in missile development, adding that the country has reached a level of maturity in the field that no longer requires foreign assistance.
“Since we are both the developers and manufacturers of these systems and also understand operational requirements, we continuously pursue innovation,” Balali said.
Balali's remarks come as Iran's transformation from dependence on foreign arms to a largely self-reliant military power—with advanced capabilities in missiles, drones, and other defense technologies—stands as a remarkable example of strategic adaptation under unjust sanctions.
On Friday, IRGC's second-in-command Major General Mostafa Izadi said the country’s armed forces have made major advances in various technological fields and have “surprises” in store for their enemies.
He added that the Iranian armed forces have made major strides in the ground, air, air defense, and naval fields.
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