Navy Cmdr says forces ready to carry out missions in int'l waters
ISNA - Iranian Students' News Agency
1390/11/16
02-05-2012
15:20:52
News Code :9011-09529
TEHRAN (ISNA)-Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari expressed the Navy's readiness to carry out missions in international waters.
Sayyari speaking in a ceremony held on the 33rd anniversary of the Islamic Revolution's victory and beginning of the "Week of Unity" said that the forces would not allow any damage to the Islamic Revolution.
Sayyari stressed Iran has turned out to be an influential country in the region and would not permit others follow their illegitimate interests, noting the Islamic Awakening has progressed to the extent that hegemonic hands would be cut off in time.
He referred to "Velayate 90" maneuver carried out by the navy forces, pointing out the drill has shown Iran's readiness to keep the security of the region alone and that it does not need any help in this regard.
As to presence of Iranian naval warships in the Saudi port city of Jeddah, he added the mission aims to project the Islamic republic's power on the high seas. It shows Iran's dignity.
The commander continued Iran's navy enjoys the capabilities to confront any threat.
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