'Sabotage' groups at Iran's borders supported by 'Israel': IRGC Gen.
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IRGC's Ground Force chief says that terrorist groups at Iran's borders are employing new tactics to carry out attacks.
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IRGC's Ground Forces chief, Brigadier General Mohammad Pakpour, conducted an inspection visit to the "Ashura" base area located on the shared borders between Iran, Armenia, and Azerbaijan in the northwest of the country in 2023 (Tasnim)
Investigations concluded "Israel" is providing support to sabotage groups carrying out terrorist attacks at the borders of the Islamic Republic of Iran, IRGC Ground Force Commander Brigadier General Mohammad Pakpour said on Sunday.
Speaking at a ceremony in Rasht, Gilan province, Pakpour highlighted that "terrorists and counter-revolutionary elements" are now utilizing new tactics and warfare equipment much different than in the past.
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“We are witnessing the fundamental changes in the form of tactics and strategy of war so that we must prepare our military units in accordance with these conditions," the IRGC ranking official said.
"In the past few months, terrorist attacks were conducted on the police stations and checkpoints in southern parts of the country that were carried out by powerful terrorist services behind these operations," he explained-.
Brigadier General Pakpour affirmed that the IRGC Ground Forces are fully prepared to swiftly eliminate any threat that could undermine the country’s security before it gains momentum.
Strategic directives
In a separate event in the Islamic Republic, the Commander of the Iranian Air Force emphasized on Sunday the force's readiness to defend the nation against any potential threats.
Speaking to air force and military personnel at Shahid Nojeh Air Base, General Hamid Vahedi praised the tireless efforts of the force's technical staff, who, despite severe sanctions, have successfully maintained the fleet and ensured that pilots can continue to execute their missions effectively.
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Vahedi reaffirmed the Air Force's unwavering commitment to the strategic directives set forth by the Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Armed Forces, Iranian leader Sayyed Ali Khamenei, emphasizing the importance of aligning with his vision for the nation's defense.
"It is imperative that we fully implement the directives of the Supreme Commander," the Brigadier General said.
