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What does the Iranian navy consist of?
| Islamic Republic of Iran Navy | |
|---|---|
| Fleet | 7 frigates ( 1 under reconstruction ) 3 corvettes 19 fast attack crafts 46 patrol boats 31 amphibious ships 17 auxiliary ships 19 submarines 54 aircraft |
| Engagements | Anglo-Soviet invasion Seizure of Abu Musa and the Greater and Lesser Tunbs Joint Operation Arvand Iran–Iraq War |
| Commanders |
Who is in control of Iran’s government?
Supreme Leader There have been only two Supreme Leaders since the founding of the Islamic Republic, and the current leader (Ali Khamenei), has been in power since 1989.
Who has the best missile in the world?
1. LGM-30 Minuteman III (United states)-Minuteman missiles have existed since the late 1950s. These weapons provide quick reactions, inertial guidance, high reliability, high accuracy, and significant, long distance target capabilities.
What ships does the Iranian navy have?
Despite its industrial limitations, Iran has built a number of domestically designed vessels, including four Mowj-class frigates, five Sina-class fast-attack craft, and at least one Fateh-class submarine. The four Mowj-class frigates, which include Sahand, are the IRIN’s most advanced warships.
How many S-200 SAM sites does Iran have in Iran?
The Iranian HAWK deployments are interesting as they represent a tactical SAM system deployed in a strategic capacity. There are currently 7 active S-200 sites identified inside Iran. The S-200 represents the longest ranging strategic SAM asset operationally employed by the Iranian military.
Where are Iran’s S-200 missile sites located?
The northern four S-200 sites, as well as the southern two sites, are well positioned to provide air defense outside Iran’s borders to deter any inbound aggressor from approaching the ADIZ. The central site near Esfahan is a curiosity, however.
How does Iran’s strategic Sam force work?
Primary early warning and target track generation for the Iranian strategic SAM force is handled by a network of 24 EW radar sites, one of which is currently inactive. These sites are primarily situated along the periphery of the nation, with additional facilities located in the vicinity of Arak and Esfahan.
How can Iran’s Sams protect the Strait of Hormuz?
This SAM coverage, which can be further expanded thanks to the presence of unoccupied, prepared HAWK sites on the islands of Abu Musa and Lavan, allows Iran to provide increased air defense in conjunction with fighter aircraft to protect any naval operations in the region, including the potentially catastrophic mining of the Straits of Hormuz.