Iran opens new military training centre to prepare volunteers

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Iran expands paramilitary training infrastructure by opening a new centre in Tehran.

Iran has launched a third military training facility in Tehran as part of a nationwide initiative to prepare one million paramilitary volunteers. Members of the Basij force affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attended the inauguration. The expansion follows earlier facility openings in August and September amid regional tensions.

Prior openingsTwo similar training centres were previously established in Tehran during August and September.

Why it matters

Regional tensions remain elevated as Iran bolsters its domestic paramilitary capabilities amidst lingering fears of renewed military escalation involving the United States and Israel.

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Aug 2026Iran opened two initial military training centres in Tehran.
Nov 3Iran opened a third military training centre and announced plans to train one million volunteers.

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1Mvolunteers

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