The Iranian Defense Minister says the country possesses the most advanced missiles which enable it to confront the enemies' threats.

The Defense Ministry has the capability to develop modern military equipment and weapons, Brigadier General Mostafa Mohammad-Najjar told the Mehr news agency.

He added given the high potentials in Iran's universities, the country could make breakthroughs in producing aircraft, helicopters and cruise missiles.

“Iran possesses surface-to surface missiles with the range of 2000 km,” Mohammad Najjar said.

He warned US troops to 'leave the region as soon as possible' and hand over the security of the Middle East to the region's states.

The Iranian official said the country is ready to export its defense technology and advanced military equipment to Middle East states.

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