Iranian general says Iran withstood powerful army despite sanctions

A senior Iranian military official said that Iran has stood up to the world's most powerful army despite international sanctions, attributing this to courage and perseverance passed down to younger generations. The remarks were reported by Mehr News Agency.

The official, identified as General Sheikh, warned in April that if the enemy attempts another operation, the Islamic Republic of Iran will undoubtedly respond based on prior planning and measures. He noted that Iran's Armed Forces have been deployed in an integrated manner across the country's geographical expanse and have taken up appropriate formations. While the enemy maintains a specific military posture, it is unable to approach Iran's territory and borders, and therefore conducts operations from long range using standoff weapons, he added.

General Sheikh also said that in the seven months following the 12-day war in June 2025, Iran's production of strike drones increased tenfold compared to the period before, describing the development as a "revolution" in drone manufacturing. He added that in combined operations, drones have become a highly important tool for disrupting the enemy's defensive equations and enabling precise missile strikes.

According to Mehr News, the official emphasized that Iran's military readiness and technological advancements have pushed the enemy into a corner. The report highlighted that Iran's Armed Forces remain prepared to respond to any aggression, relying on domestic capabilities despite sanctions.