dijlahpoint - Iraq is preparing for a new phase in developing its air defense system with the anticipated arrival of advanced technologies and long-range radars, amid legislative demands to secure the necessary financial allocations to keep pace with global military developments.

The Spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Sabah Al-Numan, affirmed that these systems represent a qualitative and strategic leap to enhance combat capabilities, enforce airspace sovereignty, and protect vital and oil infrastructure from any potential threats.

For his part, the member of the Parliamentary Security and Defense Committee, Khaled Sido, stressed the need to review the financial appropriations for the Ministry of Defense to suit the requirements of rapid modernization to face contemporary technological challenges.