TEHRAN (Defapress) - In a message on the occasion of February 8, the Day of the Iranian Army Air Force, Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, emphasized that the enemies are well aware that any attempt to impose war on Iran will not only result in their strategic defeat, but will also spread the scope of the war and crisis throughout the region and impose heavy and irreparable costs on its planners.

In this message, addressed to Brigadier General Pilot Bahman Behmard, Commander of the Iranian Army Air Force, Major General Mousavi added: The Islamic Republic of Iran will never initiate war, but it will not hesitate for a moment in resolute defense of its national security, vital interests, and territorial integrity.
The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces considered February 8 to be the anniversary of the historic pledge of allegiance by the revolutionary personnel of the Army Air Force to Imam Khomeini (RA), and described it as a symbol of the army’s insight, courage, and deep bond with the nation and the province.
Referring to the "complex domestic and regional developments" and the "12-day war imposed by the US and the Zionist regime against Iran," he described the strategic role of the Iranian Army Air Force in establishing active deterrence, enhancing defense readiness, and intelligently confronting enemy threats as more than ever.
Stating that the Iranian Army Air Force is at the "highest level of readiness" today, Major General Mousavi stated: This force, in full coordination with other armed forces, is ready to give a decisive, swift, and regretful response to any threat, aggression, or miscalculation by the enemy.
In conclusion, the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces congratulated the commanders, brave pilots, technical and support staff, and their families on the arrival of the Army Air Force Day, and expressed his gratitude for their round-the-clock efforts in enhancing the country's defense power.