WANA (Mar 22) – The spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense stressed the continuation of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s military strategy, stating that both defensive and offensive operations will proceed with full force until the enemy is completely halted and ultimately forced into surrender.

 

According to the political correspondent, Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik, referring to public demands, leadership directives, and the expectations of families of those killed, said: “Relying on this support, the Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defense have adopted a strategy of continuous and uninterrupted combat, and field evidence clearly indicates that this course is ongoing.”

 

He also referred to the designation of the Iranian year 1405 by the Supreme Leader as “A Resistance Economy in the Shadow of National Unity and National Security,” adding that this naming reflects the deep interconnection between the spheres of economy, security, and defense, showing that these three domains function as complementary pillars both in theory and in practice.

 

Talaei-Nik noted that the synergy between daily life and national defense is the result of adherence to leadership guidance and the resilience of the Iranian people, and that this alignment could make the current year one marked by progress and victory for the country. He emphasized that a stable and advanced life is not possible without security and defense, while strengthening deterrence also depends on the dynamism of society.

 

Further elaborating on the nature of warfare, he examined the issue through three axes: “legitimacy of defense,” “military capability,” and “the outcome of the conflict.” He stated that from a legal perspective, and based on Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, the Islamic Republic of Iran possesses the legitimate right to self-defense and stands on the side of legitimacy.

 

Referring to the key components of Iran’s defensive strength, he identified “unified public participation,” “cohesion in command structure,” and “advanced military capabilities” as the main pillars of Iran’s advantage. He added that the country’s missile and drone capabilities have been effectively demonstrated on the battlefield, and the continuation of large-scale operations shows that this capacity has not only been preserved but further enhanced.

 

Talaei-Nik also pointed to the weakening of the enemy’s air defense systems, stating that this has increased the accuracy and effectiveness of Iranian strikes and has helped consolidate operational superiority on the battlefield. He added that these achievements are the result of more than two decades of investment in the defense sector, including contributions from various sectors such as knowledge-based companies.

 

In another part of his remarks, he referred to developments in the maritime domain, stating that the enemy has retreated in this area and no longer maintains an effective presence in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman. He also emphasized that control and security of the strategic Strait of Hormuz are in the hands of the Iranian Armed Forces.

 

The spokesperson further stressed Iran’s readiness to confront any threat, stating that the country is capable of targeting any source of threat against it anywhere in the region—an indication of the growing integration of its defensive and offensive capabilities.

 

In conclusion, he highlighted the national determination to continue along this path, noting that cohesion among the public, the government, and the armed forces—alongside strategic reserves and production capacities—has created conditions for Iran to pursue its military course with greater readiness and strength.

 

He added that signs of hesitation and deadlock are increasingly visible on the opposing side, and that the trajectory of developments is moving toward achieving strategic objectives and ultimate victory.