TEHRAN: Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has officially unveiled a new underground “missile city,” showcasing a vast array of advanced ballistic and cruise missiles along with their strategic launch systems.
The IRGC-affiliated Tasnim News Agency published detailed images of the subterranean complex on Tuesday, November 10, during the armed force’s annual Aerospace Week. The high-profile unveiling ceremony was attended by Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Ali Abdollahi and IRGC Aerospace Force commander Brig. Gen. Majid Mousavi.
According to Tasnim, the heavily fortified site houses multiple variants of ballistic and cruise missiles alongside specialized launchers. However, the report withheld the exact location, specific weapon models, and official inventory counts, leaving external analysts unable to independently verify the full operational capacity of the facility. The reveal follows a prior announcement by IRGC spokesperson Brig. Gen. Hossein Mohebbi promising the disclosure of major underground military assets.
Historically, U.S. Central Command estimated Iran’s arsenal at over 3,000 ballistic missiles in 2022. Recent intelligence assessments indicate that targeted airstrikes by U.S. and Israeli forces have reduced the operational stockpile to under 2,000 missiles. While earlier Israeli estimates placed Tehran’s inventory at 2,500 missiles with monthly production in the dozens, current independent reports suggest Iran maintains roughly 1,000 to 1,500 fully functional missiles. Despite airstrikes, up to 90 percent of Iran’s fortified underground storage tunnels are believed to remain largely operational.
Regarding launch capabilities, reports indicate that approximately 60 percent of Iran’s mobile missile and drone launchers remain intact or have been recovered, though precise numbers remain subject to assessment.
IRGC spokesperson Mohebbi confirmed that Iran has strategically shifted its missile and drone manufacturing lines from surface units into deep subterranean complexes, describing these facilities as fully integrated “missile production cities.” He asserted that domestic technical expertise and flexible infrastructure would ensure uninterrupted weapons production even under sustained military bombardment.
During the event, IRGC commander Mousavi warned that Iran retains the capability to strike strategic targets across and beyond the region if necessary. The development is expected to heighten international concerns over further military escalation in the region.
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