Abdolrahim Mousavi

General Mousavi named Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces

TEHRAN — Following the assassination of three top Iranian military commanders in recent Israeli attacks, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed their successors in official decrees issued on the eve of Eid al-Ghadir. The appointments also included promotions to the rank of Major General.

2025-05-26 21:26

Iran ready to strike if Israel acts recklessly: Army chief

TEHRAN – Iran’s top military commander has warned Israel against escalating tensions, stating that the Islamic Republic is fully prepared to retaliate decisively if provoked.

2025-03-28 20:21

Iran Army chief says Quds Day a global front against ‘Zionist injustice’ as Gaza death toll mounts

TEHRAN — Iranian Army Commander General Abdolrahim Mousavi used the annual Quds Day rally on Friday to describe the event as a “global awakening” against Tel Aviv and Washington, vowing that the “rootless Zionist regime” faces imminent collapse.

2025-02-10 22:31

Army Chief: record turnout spurred by Trump’s threats

TEHRAN – Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Chief Commander of the Iranian Army (Artesh), noted that Trump’s threats galvanized record turnout at Revolution Day rallies.

2025-01-01 22:44

Iran’s military power yet to be fully displayed: Army chief

TEHRAN – The Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army, Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, has Mousavi asserted that the country’s full military capabilities remain untapped.

2024-12-09 22:32

Iran Army chief says armed forces ready for 'any threat'

TEHRAN – Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army, has reaffirmed the unwavering readiness of the nation's armed forces to confront any threat, emphasizing that this state of preparedness is both continuous and extensive.

2024-11-25 22:30

Iran Navy showcases power beyond borders, Army chief lauds achievements

TEHRAN – In a statement highlighting the strategic importance of Iran’s naval forces, Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army, praised the Navy for demonstrating the nation's capability, independence, and authority on the global stage.

2024-09-30 23:31

Wait for Iran and the Resistance front's response, Army chief tells Israel

TEHRAN – The chief commander of the Iranian Army, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, has issued a warning to Israel, telling them to "be ready" for a response to the recent assassination of Hezbollah Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.

2024-09-08 19:41

Army chief pledges unwavering support for new Iranian government

TEHRAN – The commander-in-chief of the Iranian Army says the units under his command will do everything in their power to help the new Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian pursue his plans and policies for the development and prosperity of Iran.

2024-07-10 21:18

Iranian Army chief celebrates naval self-sufficiency milestone

TEHRAN – Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, the commander of the Iranian Army, has praised the country's young experts for significant military advancements, declaring the Navy's self-sufficiency in global navigation.

2024-07-07 22:43

Iran’s military leaders pledge support for president-elect Pezeshkian

TEHRAN – Iran's top military officials have voiced their readiness to support and collaborate with President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian's administration following his decisive victory in the runoff election.

2024-06-15 21:57

Army commander stresses enhanced electoral engagement for national progress

TEHRAN – The chief commander of the Iranian Army has underscored the pivotal role of increased participation in elections in bolstering the nation's strength, power, authority, and overall progress.

2024-05-26 22:09

Army commander affirms nation's determination in face of presidential election

TEHRAN - Amidst the impending presidential elections, Iran's Army Chief Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi has voiced the nation's steadfast commitment to the principles of the Islamic Revolution despite adversities.

2024-03-06 20:03

Navy acquires new, cutting-edge military equipment

TEHRAN - In a recent development, the naval forces of the Iranian Army have successfully integrated 42 new strategic defense achievements.

2024-02-21 21:53

Resistance groups to foil Israel’s futile plans: Iran’s Army chief

TEHRAN – Iran's Army chief has lauded the Palestinian resistance against Israel’s brutal aggression on the besieged Gaza Strip, expressing confidence that the resilience of the Resistance groups will ultimately thwart the Zionist regime’s futile plans.

2024-02-12 22:28

Iranian military leaders hail IRGC on Guard’s Day

TEHRAN- High-ranking Iranian military figures lauded the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on Monday, coinciding with Guardian's Day, which marks the birth anniversary of Imam Hussain.

2024-01-23 21:54

Iran Army incorporates new home-grown drones

TEHRAN – In a momentous development, new home-grown drones, meticulously crafted through collaboration between the Iranian Ministry of Defense and the Iranian Army, have been officially incorporated into the Armed units at multiple sites across the nation.

2024-01-09 22:32

Kerman terrorist attack Israeli attempt to compensate for losses: army chief

TEHRAN - The chief commander of the Iranian Army on Tuesday condemned a terrorist attack on the southeastern city of Kerman as a cowardly act aiming to make up for the humiliating losses of the Israeli regime in Gaza.

2024-01-01 22:41

Iran Army Chief urges election participation

TEHRAN- The Iranian army commander has stressed high voter turnout and increased responsibility for elected officials in upcoming elections.

2023-12-25 21:57

Iranian Army chief calls for enhanced defense capabilities

TEHRAN- Iranian Army Commander Abdolrahim Mousavi has urged the country's armed forces to remain at the highest levels of readiness and strength, highlighting the importance of defending Iran's ideals, territorial integrity, independence, honor, and integrity.

2023-12-18 22:47

Iran Army officials visit flight test of Yasin jet

TEHRAN- Iranian Army Commander Abdolrahim Mousavi together with the commander of the Air Force, Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi, visited the flight tests of the Yasin jet trainer on Monday.

2023-12-05 21:24

Prosecution of U.S., Israel “minimum price” for Gaza massacre: army chief

TEHRAN - The Iranian Army’s chief commander on Monday praised Palestinian resistance to Israel’s cruel onslaught on the besieged Gaza Strip, saying the conviction of individuals guilty of atrocities against Palestinians is the “minimal price” that Israelis and Americans must pay.

2023-11-27 00:02

Israel didn’t achieve anything from war on Gaza: top commander

TEHRAN – The chief commander of the Iranian Army said on Sunday that the Israeli regime has failed to make any achievement during its war on the besieged Gaza Strip.

2023-11-11 22:52

No military advantage to Israel heinous war on Gaza: Iran army chief

TEHRAN- The Israeli military’s continued assault on Palestinians in the Gaza Strip has drawn severe criticism from the Iranian Army’s top commander, who stressed that the horrific campaign in the beleaguered region has no military significance.

2023-10-22 22:31

Iranian Army chief: Zionist regime will fall at the hands of Palestinians

TEHRAN- The Zionist regime will collapse and fall at the hands of the Palestinian fighters, the Iranian Army commander said on Sunday, pointing to the October 7 surprise Al-Aqsa Storm Operation that has put Israel in a state of confusion and insanity.

2023-09-01 22:21

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