Tehran: President Masoud Pezeshkian says his administration lends its support to Iranian intelligence forces in fulfilling their responsibility to maintain security while cooperating with them in thwarting hostile plans against the country. The president made the remarks on Saturday during a speech at a ceremony in Tehran that marked the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Iranian Intelligence Ministry.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, President Pezeshkian appreciated the Iranian intelligence members for their efforts to preserve public security and tranquility amid enemies' attempts to create discontent and unrest. He highlighted that adversaries hope to instigate unrest by creating disputes and discontent among different groups of people. President Pezeshkian emphasized that authorities, alongside security and intelligence agencies, should actively work to remove sources and factors that could be exploited in hostile efforts against the Iranian nation.

The president further emphasized that unity is the best solution to counter enemies' plots and protect the country. 'If we join hands together, we will be able to stand up against all plots,' he stated, urging for a collective effort to safeguard national security.