On Thursday, October 22, 2026, state television broadcast footage of an undisclosed underground facility in Iran, revealing rows of domestically manufactured military drones as the nation highlighted its expanding defense capabilities during a period of regional tensions.
Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami stated that Iran maintained large reserves and had expanded its drone production. He noted that the military stood ready for various types of conflict and mentioned that the nation advanced in creating unmanned weapons.
State broadcasts highlighted the Arash line of attack drones. According to Iranian reports, a newly upgraded version possesses a 100-kilogram warhead, which is twice the weight reported previously.
This exhibition takes place against the backdrop of ongoing friction between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Tehran displayed its drone stockpiles and production sites to communicate its resolve to sustain military power despite pressure from foreign governments.
