Quietly Rearming: The Disturbing Iranian Move During the Ceasefire
While the world follows the mediation talks in Pakistan, the commander of the Revolutionary Guard's Air Force reveals data on an unprecedented rate of armament.
As international mediators in Islamabad work to stabilize a fragile ceasefire, Tehran is projecting a defiant image of its military reality. General Seyed Majid Mousavi, commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force, declared that Iran has utilized the days of quiet to replenish its stockpiles of missiles and drones at a pace exceeding pre-war levels.
A dramatic video released by the "War Media" center showcased underground, bomb-proof storage facilities being filled with advanced technological equipment. Mousavi directed sharp criticism toward the United States, claiming that while Iran relies on domestic technology and rapid local production, "the enemy" is forced to import ammunition "drop by drop" from across the world and cannot keep up with Iran's pace of rearmament.
These statements come amid a severe economic crisis in Iran, including the loss of over one million jobs and ongoing internet outages affecting millions of citizens. Despite internal pressure and sanctions, Tehran continues to use the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic bargaining chip, declaring it will not hesitate to respond forcefully to any "piracy" by the U.S.