Close-up of Iran's new generation fighter jet
Iran's new generation fighter jet was unveiled on August 21 amid rising tensions in the Middle East and a deepening rift between Tehran and Washington.
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| Iranian President Hassan Rouhani sits in the cockpit to inspect a new fighter jet. Photo: Tasnim |
On August 21, Iran unveiled its first domestically produced fighter jet, the Kowsar, at a defense exhibition. President Hassan Rouhani and Defense Minister Amir Hatami attended the unveiling ceremony. President Hassan Rouhani even sat in the cockpit to check the aircraft's combat readiness.
Speaking to military officials in Tehran, President Rouhani stressed that Iran's military might was for defensive purposes, but warned that it would retaliate against any hostile moves. "We ourselves should be ready to confront military forces that want to seize our territory and resources," President Rouhani said in a live televised speech.
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| Iran's fourth-generation fighter jet is said to feature "advanced avionics" and a multi-purpose radar system. |
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Iran's fourth-generation fighter jet is said to feature "advanced avionics" and a multi-purpose radar system, "completely domestically built," Tasnim news agency reported.
The "advanced" aircraft, produced in two versions - single and double cabin, is used for close air support missions as well as pilot training.
| Video of Iran's President sitting in the cockpit of the latest fighter jet. |
