Iran doubles weapons output after US strikes, keeps new arms secret
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Iran's Ministry of Defence says weapons production doubled in the year after the June 2025 war with Israel and the US, and tripled for some strategic items since February 28. Commanders are reviewing military strategies in response to new US economic measures. The claims come as Washington says it destroyed 85 percent of Iran's defence-industrial base.
Key Facts
- Iran's Ministry of Defence says weapons production doubled in the 12 months after the June 2025 war with Israel and the US.
- Manufacturing of some strategic and prioritised products has more than tripled since the current war began on February 28.
- More than 9,300 Iranian companies are involved in producing weapons, according to Ministry of Defence spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik.
- The White House claimed more than 85 percent of Iran's defence-industrial base was destroyed, including most ballistic missiles and long-range drones.
- A confidential US intelligence assessment reported in May found Iran retained about 75 percent of its mobile launchers and 70 percent of its pre-war missile inventory.
Production Claims
Ministry of Defence spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik said on Saturday that Iran doubled its production of weapons and defensive equipment in the 12 months after the June 2025 war. He said manufacturing of some strategic and prioritised products has more than tripled since the current war with the US and Israel began on February 28. Talaei-Nik also stated that more than 9,300 companies in Iran are involved in producing weapons, making the sector resilient to US and Israeli strikes. Acting Defence Minister Majid Ebn-e Reza said on Friday that compared to last year's war, Iranian forces achieved deeper penetration of enemy bases, greater strike accuracy, and more successful air defence interceptions.
Secrecy and Future Capabilities
Iranian authorities opted not to exhibit new arms at the National Day of Defence Industry, as they did last year. Talaei-Nik said the limited unveilings are intended to surprise the enemy and safeguard defensive information and secrets. IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebbi said on Thursday that in a future war, the IRGC will deploy new generations of warheads for ballistic and cruise missiles, as production and development never stopped. IRGC commander-in-chief Ahmad Vahdi warned on Friday that the only intelligent and effective solution is to neutralise the enemy's plots today and in the future.
US Damage Assessment
The White House claimed that more than 85 percent of Iran's defence-industrial base was destroyed, including the majority of its ballistic missiles, mobile launchers, and long-range drones. It also said more than 150 Iranian warships were destroyed, every submarine sunk, and 97 percent of Iran's naval-mine inventory eliminated. A confidential US intelligence assessment reported by media in May found that Iran retained approximately 75 percent of its mobile launchers and 70 percent of its pre-war missile inventory.
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Iran doubles weapons output after US strikes, keeps new arms secret
