Iran's leader hails army on Army Day

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei marked Army Day by praising the military's strength, unity, and advancements in drone and naval capabilities.

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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei issued a public message commemorating Army Day, emphasizing the military's strength, national unity, and continued resistance against enemies. He stated the 1979 Islamic Revolution transformed the army into a 'people-based institution' and highlighted its role in confronting the United States, Israel, and separatist groups. Khamenei specifically pointed to advancements in drone and naval capabilities, calling for their further development, and paid tribute to fallen commanders, soldiers, and their families.

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The message provided additional details, including Khamenei's description of the army as a 'child of the nation,' his specific mention of advancements in drone and naval capabilities, and his tribute to a martyred leader from the early post-revolution years.

e/eineurope · topic · T-00672cycle Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 10:38 UTC · first reported 18 Apr