President Pezeshkian reaffirms Iran’s missile program only for deterrence as country unveils ‘Etemad’ ballistic system

President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted Iran’s deterrence power as the Defense Ministry unveiled the “Etemad” ballistic missile.

News ID: 5909

Date: 02 February 2025 - 09:58

TABNAK, Feb 02: Pezeshkian was speaking on Sunday on the sidelines of a National Space Technology Day exhibition showcasing the Iranian Defense Ministry’s latest achievements, including satellite launchers and guidance systems.

He oversaw the unveiling of a new ballistic missile named “Etamad” with a range of 1,700 kilometers.

The missile, which is 16 meters long and 1.25 meters in diameter, carries a guided warhead until it hits the desired target.

The president said Iran’s defense capabilities and space technologies are meant for deterrence and preventing other countries from thinking about an invasion against the Islamic Republic.

“Iran’s advancement in defense capabilities and space technologies serves to deter aggression and guarantee that no country dares encroach on Iranian soil or even thinks about it,” he added.

Pezeshkian also noted that despite attempts by the enemies to prevent Iran from standing on its own feet, the country -relying on its youth and experts - proudly produces and even exports military equipment and makes scientific progress.

“At one point, the enemies could easily invade our country, but today they can no longer think about it given Iran’s high military and defense power that has been achieved thanks to the efforts of the country’s youth, experts, and specialists,” he added.