Accra:Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Ali Abdollahi, has called for a comprehensive review of the country's defense preparedness in response to recent wars. He emphasized the importance of enhancing defense capabilities by learning from these conflicts and adapting to the hybrid, technological, and intelligence-driven nature of future warfare.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Major General Abdollahi, speaking at a ceremony on Monday, clarified that Iran had not initiated the war. He highlighted the importance of reassessing defense strategies to effectively counter emerging threats.

The general stressed the significance of national unity and coordination across various sectors of the Islamic Republic in overcoming challenges. He emphasized the need to maintain this solidarity as a fundamental element in national defense.

Major General Abdollahi also pointed out the necessity of bolstering Iran’s deterrence capabilities. This includes advancing missile, drone, air defense, and electronic capacities, alongside leveraging cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence.

Additionally, he noted the importance of optimizing defense resources, reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and utilizing the expertise of knowledge-based companies and the private sector. Emphasizing security, he advocated for stronger information protection, secure communications, and robust security measures to guard against intelligence threats.