Iran’s Armed Forces and the Revolutionary Guard Corps held the “Iqtidar 1403” air defense exercise to bolster defenses around the Natanz nuclear facility in Isfahan province. Brigadier General Qadir Rahimzadeh stated the drill focused on countering advanced air threats and electronic warfare targeting critical nuclear infrastructure.

The exercise showcased “Dezful” and “9 Dey” missiles and UAV-based defense systems engaging simulated enemy targets. While no detailed specifications of the systems were disclosed, officials confirmed ongoing testing of new air defense technologies in the coming days.