Tehran:Iran's efforts to enhance its military capabilities will persist in the face of threats and sanctions, according to Major General Ahmad Vahidi, Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC). Vahidi emphasized that the missile development path initiated by the late commander Hassan Tehrani Moghaddam remains unstoppable.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Vahidi made these remarks in a message commemorating Aerospace Day. He lauded the IRGC Aerospace Force personnel for their innovation and perseverance in continuing Tehrani Moghaddam's legacy through reliance on domestic capabilities.

Vahidi highlighted the pioneering role of Tehrani Moghaddam in developing Iran's missile capabilities, stating that he built the country's first missiles with limited resources but steadfast faith. Addressing the Aerospace Force personnel, Vahidi noted their current efforts in building the country's strength "in the heart of mountains and deep underground."

Additionally, Vahidi paid tribute to former IRGC Aerospace Force commanders Amir Ali Hajizadeh and Mahmoud Bagheri, along with other fallen comrades, urging the force to continue their path.