As reported by The Times of Israel on March 15, 2026, a spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that the majority of missiles currently being launched by Iran were manufactured roughly a decade ago. According to the official, these weapons represent an older generation within the country’s arsenal. He emphasized that many of the more advanced missiles developed after the brief but consequential twelve-day war in June have not yet been deployed.
The statement suggested that Iran still retains a range of newer capabilities that remain unused, underscoring the strategic depth of its missile program while signaling that the present wave of launches does not reflect the full scope of its military technology.
The spokesperson also used the opportunity to respond directly to remarks made by Donald Trump, who had claimed that American forces had destroyed Iran’s naval power. Rejecting that assertion, the IRGC representative openly challenged the statement and questioned its credibility. His remarks were framed as a direct rebuttal to Washington’s narrative about the extent of damage inflicted on Iran’s military forces during the confrontation.
In his pointed response, the spokesman declared, “Did Donald Trump not say he has destroyed Iran’s navy? If so, then if he has the courage, let him bring his ships into the Persian Gulf,” referring to the strategically vital waters of the Persian Gulf. The comment appeared intended to project confidence and defiance, suggesting that Iran disputes claims that its naval forces have been neutralized. The challenge also underscored the continuing tension surrounding military capabilities and rival claims emerging from the recent conflict.