Iran's Armed Forces Chief of Staff: Iranian Air Force in "Highest State of Readiness"

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, February 7 (Reporter Shadati, Chen Xiao) According to a report from the Iranian Tasnim News Agency on the 7th, the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Mousavi, stated that the Iranian Air Force is currently in a "highest state of combat readiness" and is fully coordinated with other military branches, ready to "firmly and forcefully respond to any form of threat or aggression."

Mousavi said in a statement issued on Air Force Day that the current strategic role of the Iranian Air Force in strengthening proactive deterrence, enhancing defensive readiness, and responding to enemy threats is becoming increasingly prominent. Iran will not initiate war, but will resolutely defend national security, core interests, and territorial integrity without hesitation.

Mousavi stated that any reckless actions by the enemy would not only lead to their complete strategic failure but would also expand the scope of conflict and crisis to the entire region, bringing heavy and irreparable costs to its planners and supporters.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Defensive Action
SALUTE Report
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Not specified
Activity
Iranian Air Force is at the highest state of readiness and prepared to respond to threats or aggression.
Location
Iran
Unit
Iranian Armed Forces, Iranian Air Force
Time
February 7
Equipment
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Summary

The Iranian Air Force is currently at the highest state of readiness, prepared to respond decisively to any threats or aggression. This declaration was made by Major General Mousavi on February 7, emphasizing the Air Force's role in deterrence and defense. Iran asserts it will protect its national security and territorial integrity, warning that any enemy actions could result in severe consequences.

Key Facts
  • Iranian Air Force is in a state of highest readiness.
  • Iran is coordinating among military branches.
  • Iran will defend its national security and territorial integrity.
  • Any enemy aggression will lead to strategic failure for the aggressor.
  • Iran does not intend to initiate war.