On the eve of the Islamic Republic's Army Day, Iran's deputy army chief said that an Israeli assault on Iran would bring about the annihilation of Israel. Speaking to a group of reporters, General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani boasted the army's high morale and determination to carry out its missions in accordance with the policies of Ahmadinejad.
General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani spent a majority of his speech commenting on Israel’s recent military maneuver. In this respect, Ashtiani said, “If Israel wants to carry out any kind of move against the Islamic Republic of Iran, we will annihilate it from the face of the planet.”
According to the deputy chief of Iran's army, “Israel lacks strategic boundaries and is extremely vulnerable. It demonstrated that vulnerability in its 33-day war against Lebanon.”
Implicitly referring to the long range of newly-developed missiles in Iran, Ashtiani said, “Even if other countries dare to attack us, the Israelis definitely know their place, which is in our reach, and will be most harmed by an attack. The involvement of the Zionist regime in an expedition will create an unbalanced regional atmosphere.”
In its meeting with reporters, Ashtiani also revealed details about Iran’s military capabilities, including the use of new weapons: “in our ground force units, given our presence in border areas, we have used new, innovative weapons and implemented diverse tactics in order to transition from the conduct of orderly warfare into asymmetric warfare. In addition, our military and defensive capabilities are such that we are certain no country will allow itself to engage us on the ground.”
Deputy chief of the Iranian army noted, “In the air force, we have emphasized the development, innovation and preparation of new airplanes, as well as the use of innovative tactics, such as increasing the culture of martyrdom among air force pilots.” Ashtiani added, “In air force, we are completely prepared and alert to defend the nation’s air space. In the navy, our submarines are completely superior.”
Deputy chief of the Iranian army said, “Among other important steps taken by the Iranian army are the design and production of submarines in different tonnages, which is very important for future military equations; design and production of various radar and electronic systems; production of various kinds of unmanned planes; and putting especial emphasis on the production of cheaper, lighter and smarter weapons.”
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