Why it matters: Amid regional tensions and ongoing military drills, General Heydari’s remarks highlight Iran's focus on military deterrence and its strategy of projecting strength against external threats.
Key points from Heydari’s statement:
Combat readiness: Visiting the 41st Offensive Mobilized Brigade, including its 35th Special Forces Unit, Heydari assessed operational capabilities and combat readiness.
National integrity: He credited loyalty to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution as a "disarming" factor against enemies and a vital defense mechanism.
Meritocracy and justice: Heydari stressed these principles as pivotal to operational success and the advancement of military objectives.
The context: Heydari’s visit coincides with military exercises involving both the Iranian Army and the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC). These drills underline Iran's ongoing efforts to enhance its military capabilities under directives from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
What’s next: Iran's armed forces continue to develop their defensive and offensive capacities, reaffirming their pledge to protect the nation’s sovereignty amid persistent regional and global challenges.
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