According to Iranian media reports, the Islamic Republic has deployed ZU-23 twin-barrel 23mm anti-aircraft guns to the southern regions of Kasham and Kharaj for ground defense. The Soviet-era system, acquired decades ago, is considered obsolete for modern air defense but remains in service with the IRGC and Iranian army for anti-personnel and anti-armor roles. The report is based on a single source and has not been independently verified.
The report, sourced from Iranian media outlets, details the deployment of ZU-23 anti-aircraft guns to the southern regions of Kasham and Kharaj. The ZU-23, a 23mm twin-barrel towed system, was a significant Soviet-era acquisition for Iran during the Iran-Iraq War. However, as The Zioneer has previously reported in its coverage of Iranian air defense, the system is now considered obsolete for modern aerial threats, given the existence of advanced ballistic missiles and aircraft. The gun relies on visual targeting and lacks the range and precision to counter modern air forces. The dispatch underscores the IRGC's reliance on legacy equipment for ground defense, even as Iran continues to develop and deploy more advanced missile systems. The report is based on a single source and has not been independently verified.
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