Tehran: Major General Mohammad Pakpour, the chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, met with the Army’s Commander-in-Chief Major General Amir Hatami on September 22, 2025, at the Army’s Command Headquarters. The meeting took place on the occasion of Sacred Defense Week that began a day earlier, commemorating the anniversary of the start of the eight-year war imposed by Iraqi President Saddam Hussein on Iran in the 1980s.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the meeting between the two military leaders was held to discuss matters of mutual interest and cooperation between the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps and the Army in the context of national defense. Sacred Defense Week is an annual event that pays homage to the sacrifices made by the Iranian military and civilians during the conflict, highlighting the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity.

The discussions during the meeting also focused on strategies to enhance the operational capabilities of both military divisions, ensuring a coordinated approach to defense and security. This meeting underscores the continued collaboration between the IRGC and the Army in safeguarding national sovereignty and maintaining regional stability.