Iran military ready to protect country: Defense chief

The Iranian military, which enjoys “unique features,” has secured a special place among all armies across the world, said Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan.

“Our country’s armed forces, under the wise command of [Leader of the Islamic Revolution] Ayatollah [Seyyed Ali] Khamenei are fully prepared to defend the Islamic Republic of Iran’s territory,” he said.

It is incumbent upon the Iranian people from all walks of life to safeguard the Islamic establishment, he stressed.

Iran has, on numerous occasions, pledged a crushing response to aggressors in case of a military attack on the country.

In recent years, Iran has made major breakthroughs in its defense sector and attained self-sufficiency in producing important military equipment and systems.

The Islamic Republic has also conducted several military drills to enhance the defense capabilities of its military and to test modern military tactics and equipment.

Iran has repeatedly said that its military might poses no threat to other countries, reiterating that its defense doctrine is based on deterrence.