11 July 2026 07:03 BST

Iranian official hails military for 'keeping enemy movement under surveillance' A spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmaeil Baghaei, hailed the country's armed forces for "keeping the enemy's movements un

11 July 2026 07:03 BST

A spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Esmaeil Baghaei, hailed the country's armed forces for "keeping the enemy's movements under surveillance and safeguarding the security and tranquillity of dear Iran".
"The Iranian nation appreciates your sincere efforts, steadfastness and sacrifices, and takes pride in your powerful presence. May God be your helper and supporter," the post read.
در این روزهای گرم تابستان، مدافعان برومند میهن در نیروهای مسلح جمهوری اسلامی ایران، در سواحل، جزایر، مرزها و دیگر نقاط حساس کشور، با چشمانی بیدار و هوشیار، تحرکات دشمن را زیر نظر دارند و پاسدار امنیت و آرامش ایران عزیز هستند.
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