Basij Forces Stage Massive Drill in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A large-scale exercise involving 110,000 members of the Iranian Basij (volunteer) forces was held in capital Tehran on Friday, January 10.
The drill, designed as a cultural and combat exercise, has been organized by the Muhammad Rasulullah division of the IRGC in Tehran as part of the Payambar-e Azam (The Great Prophet) 19 war game.
A series of defense equipment have been displayed in the massive drill, codenamed ‘Rahiyan-e Quds’ (those heading towards al-Quds).
The organizers said the purpose of the drill is to maintain the preparedness of Basij forces to combat all threats, strengthen coordination, and develop professional skills in countering terrorist operations, protecting the urban neighborhoods, and providing rescue and relief services.
The Iranian Armed Forces have launched several war games in recent days.
Iranian officials have repeatedly underscored that the country will not hesitate to strengthen its military capabilities, including its missile power, which are entirely meant for defense, and that Iran’s defense capabilities will never be subject to negotiations.
