Iran to raise military budget by around 200%, government spokesperson says
The planned defense budget increase is part of a budget proposal that has been submitted by the government to parliament for approval.
Iran's government plans to raise its military budget by around 200%, the country's Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said on Tuesday, according to state media.
The planned defense budget increase is part of a budget proposal that has been submitted by the government to parliament for approval.
"A considerable raise that amounts to 200% has been witnessed in the country's defense budget," Mohajerani said, giving no further details.
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