Strategic Issues

  Iranian Air Defence and geo-political Aspirations:  An Assessment Iranian Defense Industry The Iranian Defense Industry refers to the collection of state-owned and private companies in Iran that are responsible for the development, production, and maintenance of military equipment and technology. This industry has been a significant focus for the Iranian government, particularly since the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988), which exposed Iran's vulnerability in terms of military capabilities. Over the years, Iran has faced various arms embargoes and restrictions due to international concerns about its nuclear program and regional activities. As a result, Iran has heavily invested in building a domestic defense industry to reduce its reliance on foreign arms imports. Key components of the Iranian Defense Industry include:   Military Hardware:  Iran has developed a range of military hardware, including various types of tanks, armored vehicles, artillery, missiles, and naval ...