TEHRAN- Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has referred to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as an epitome of full resistance against oppressors and hegemonic powers in the world.

In an open session on Wednesday, he said that “the organization has been able to become a successful model for standing up against power-hungry forces.”

He went on to add that “today, the IRGC has become a symbol of resistance against the world arrogant and has successfully transformed into a model for the resilience of the people against power-hungry entities.”

Alluding to the teachings of the late Imam Khomeini, he described the power of belief in God and the Iranian nation’s self-belief in a way that led ordinary young people, farmers, workers, and students in cities and villages to nurture heroes like martyrs Soleimani, Hemmat, Bakri, Baqeri, Kazemi, and Shushtari and to establish a strong fortress called the IRGC of the Islamic Revolution, which guarantees the security, peace of the Iranian people, and protection of the land and soil, and gives hope to the helpless and oppressed people of the world.

Qalibaf also stated that the Iranian nation cherishes tireless efforts of the IRGC and is really appreciative of the origination’s priceless services.  

Appreciating the glorious presence of the proud Iranian people in the February 11 rallies and the celebration of the victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, he expressed gratitude to the people in all cities and villages who were more enthusiastic than ever in supporting Iran’s security and peace with unity and solidarity.

Qalibaf emphasized that “the magnificent perseverance of the people for the ideals of the Islamic Revolution once again reminds officials that we must show our gratitude to the people in action by making double efforts to fulfill their demands and expectations for their rights and improving their lives.”