The Iranian Armed Forces showcased their strength during extensive military parades held across the country to mark Sacred Defense Week. The ceremony in Tehran was graced by the presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and top military officials, held at the mausoleum of the Late Imam Khomeini.
Various branches of the Iranian Armed Forces, including the Army, IRGC, Police, Border Guards, and Basij, participated in the parades, which were organized nationwide. The event featured the display of advanced military equipment like the Shahed 136B drone and the Jahad ballistic missile.
Sacred Defense Week commemorates the eight-year-long Iraqi-imposed war on Iran in the 1980s and pays tribute to the martyrs and veterans of that conflict. This annual observance is a testament to Iran’s resilience and the sacrifices made in defense of the nation.
Let us honor and remember the heroes who fought bravely during these challenging times.