TEHRAN - A senior commander in the Iranian Army has affirmed that the nation stands prepared to neutralize any potential threat and is resolute in swiftly leveraging its military capabilities to retaliate against any hostile acts of aggression.

“The Islamic Republic of Iran's Army is currently at the peak of full readiness and stands strong against any threats,” said Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, deputy chief of the Iranian Army for coordination, adding that “today, the combat, defensive, and deterrent capabilities of the Army are at a very high level due to trained personnel, skills, as well as indigenous and modern equipment, in such a way that the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran is prepared to confront and combat any enemy threat”. 

The commander also stressed that all Iranian armed forces feel a heavy responsibility to protect the territorial integrity and independence of their country with everything they have. 

Iran has developed an ascendant military industry in the past decades. The country owns different types of precision-guided missiles, drones, and defense systems, all domestically produced. It has reportedly also turned into an arms supplier for countries across Asia, Europe, and Africa.