News-Middle East: Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi has expressed satisfaction with the increasing defensive deterrent power, emphasizing that Iran’s combat readiness has prevented enemies from conducting a new round of strikes against the country.

“Our defensive and combat preparedness has reached a stage that prevents enemies from committing miscalculations, including the notion of ​​launching a fresh invasion of our country,” Mousavi said on Wednesday as he was paying a visit to the tactical headquarters of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Ground Force in Tehran.

The high-ranking military commander praised the comprehensive preparedness of the Iranian armed forces to vigorously defend the country's independence, security, and territorial integrity, and to confront all potential threats and dangers.

Mousavi also appreciated the vigilance and wisdom of the armed forces and lauded their historic experiences, particularly the 1980-88 war imposed by then-Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein and the 12-day Israeli-US war in June.

The top general described the increase in defensive and military capacities across various spheres as an inevitable strategy.

Mousavi underscored that these strategies ensure sustainable security and strengthen Iran’s deterrent defense capabilities against any type of aggression.

On June 13, the Israeli regime launched an unlawful aggression against Iran, leading to the assassination of many senior commanders, nuclear scientists, and ordinary citizens.

Iran retaliated in less than 24 hours with a barrage of missiles and drones, and followed it up with a series of retaliatory operations under True Promise III.

The US entered the war on behalf of Israel on June 22, when its bombers hit three Iranian nuclear sites in brazen violation of international law.

In response, Iran launched a missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the largest US military air base in West Asia, in an act of self-defense.

The embattled Israeli regime was forced to unilaterally accept a truce deal on June 24.

Source: Press TV