TEHRAN Iran performed a naval drill along the coasts of the Oman Sea in Chabahar, with the participation of Brigadier General Ahmadreza Radan, Commander-in-Chief of the Law Enforcement Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to military and law enforcement leaders from Sistan and Baluchestan Province.The workout, called Muhammad Rasulullah (PBUH) 3, was arranged by the Border Guard Command of Sistan and Baluchestan under the motto Unity, Power, for Security.
The occasion included a parade of both border guard and civilian vessels.
The main goals of the drill were to preserve functional preparedness, strengthen battle capabilities, and improve coordination among border and maritime forces.It likewise aimed to guarantee the security of the provinces territorial watersa essential obligation of the Border Guard Command.
Different border management organizations and militaries stationed in Sistan and Baluchestan also took part in the event.
Speaking at the event, Brigadier General Radan highlighted the strength and preparedness of Irans armed forces.This workout shows the power of our militaries, which prevents enemy warships from even approaching Iranian territorial waters with simply one cautioning from the Islamic Republics military, he said.He stressed that decisive and prompt actions by the militaries act as a strong deterrent versus any possible threats to Irans territory and waters.
The event concluded with Brigadier General Radan honoring the families of martyrs Lieutenant Mohsen Hosseini Nia, Qaem Vakili Mollashahi, and soldier Mehdi Balouchi.
He presented them with plaques of gratitude and gifts in recognition of their sacrifices.Various units of the Iranian armed force, including the Army, the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Basij, started the year with drills nationwide.
Workouts in the provinces of Esfahan, Markazi, and Qom, particularly those near nuclear centers, have received the most media focus.