Iran’s armed forces have strengthened their military capabilities over the past year and remain ready to respond to any threats, stated Major General Ali Abdollahi, Commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters.

In a message addressed to the Iranian public, Abdollahi described recent developments as having reinforced Iran’s position as a “globally influential power,” crediting national resistance and mobilization for shaping international developments.

He also reiterated long-standing ideological positions associated with Iran’s armed forces, saying resistance of “global arrogance” and Zionism has been part of the Islamic Revolution’s foundations since its inception.

'Historical settling of scores' with Iran’s adversaries

Referring to the past year’s events, Abdollahi said they had provided an opportunity for a “historical settling of scores” with Iran’s adversaries, adding that the armed forces had acted against them with public backing and divine support.

He further stressed that Iran’s military capabilities, including missile, naval, drone and air defense systems, had been enhanced under the direction of the country’s leadership, asserting that the armed forces maintain full readiness. He warned that Iran’s military personnel remained prepared to respond rapidly to any perceived aggression.

Abdollahi also reiterated Iran’s continued commitment to the goal of liberating occupied al-Quds, expressing the armed forces' vigilance against any aggression.

Iran says 'Israel' should be 'disciplined'

Earlier today, Iranian officials accused Washington of failing to uphold its commitments and warned that any agreement process must halt any Israeli aggression.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the “Zionists’ aggression against Dahieh” demonstrated that the United States either lacks the will to implement its commitments or does not have the capacity to do so.

In a post on X, he added that granting a “green light” to the regime would not lead to any concessions, arguing that the notion of a “bad cop, good cop” approach is now outdated. He further stated that without the will or capacity to fulfil commitments, “talking about continuing the path is not possible.”

On his part, Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, warned against any miscalculation, saying that even if you want an agreement or understanding, its path requires “the disciplining of the Zionist regime.”

He added, "If this rabid dog is not controlled, an unsigned understanding will bite our own feet.”

Earlier today, Israeli occupation forces carried out an airstrike targeting a residential building in Beirut's Southern Suburb, again violating the so-called "ceasefire" reached between the Lebanese government and "Israel" through talks mediated by the United States.

That attack took place in the backdrop of Iran's warning against "Israel" not to target the Southern Suburb or the capital. After "Israel" launched its attack, Iran retaliated with strikes on "Israel" in what the IRGC called Operation Victory.

Tehran warned Tel Aviv against launching any such attacks in the future.

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