Tehran: The Iranian Army can dominate the sky with its advanced, AI-equipped drones if necessary, says Iran's defense minister. Addressing a ceremony to deliver 1,000 strategic drones to the Army on Monday, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh highlighted the Iranian Armed Forces' advanced capability in drone technology, especially the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its aircraft.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Nasirzadeh lauded the cooperation between Iran's defense industry and the Army, stating that their synergy has led to significant advancements. The drones delivered to the Army enhance its ability to 'conquer the sky when necessary and deliver deadly blows to the enemy,' he said.

Nasirzadeh added that what is showcased in the exercises is only the shareable portion of their capabilities, warning adversaries that the Armed Forces possess astonishing equipment which will be utilized if necessary.

Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Iranian Army's chief commander, also spoke at the event, asserting that the Iranian Armed Forces possess everything necessary to fulfill their duties. He emphasized that the deliveries, unveilings, and exercises across Iran and the oceans demonstrate the capacity and readiness of the Armed Forces.

Mousavi explained that based on field realities, new measures had to be taken, which is why their scientists inserted the desired new features and requirements into these drones.