FAS-In-Depth: July 13, 2012 Department of Defense Report on Iran's Military Capabilities

  Department of Defense Report on Iran's Military Capabilities

FAS In-Depth: July 13, 2012

Department of Defense Report on Iran's Military Capabilities

A new report obtained by Secrecy News from the Department of Defense to Congress finds that Iran continues to develop its military capabilities, including ballistic missiles, nuclear weapons-related technologies, and unconventional forces. Although dated April 2012, the unclassified report was presented to Congress last month. The report stresses that while Iran is developing offensive capabilities, their military posture is defensive in nature. “Iran’s military doctrine remains designed to slow an invasion; target its adversaries’ economic, political, and military interests; and force a diplomatic solution to hostilities while avoiding any concessions that challenge its core interests. Iran’s unconventional forces are trained according to its asymmetric warfare doctrine and would present a formidable force while defending Iranian territory.” To read the report click here. For more information on Iran, check out these FAS resources and much more on our website. FAS Policy Page: Iran's Nuclear Program