Tehran:Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, has underscored the significant contributions of Mazandaran Province's fighters during the Iran-Iraq War, lauding them as exemplary defenders of the nation.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Rezaei's remarks came during the opening of the Third National Congress of Mazandaran Martyrs on Thursday. He emphasized the historical importance of the province in safeguarding Iran's independence and upholding the principles of the Islamic Revolution.

Rezaei commended the fighters for their notable successes in crucial operations in Faw, Shalamcheh, Mehran, and the Karkheh region. He also acknowledged their ongoing roles in defense missions, which include the protection of holy shrines and participation in the battle of Khan Tuman.

Additionally, Rezaei noted that the congress, which honors 14,500 martyrs from Mazandaran, serves to preserve the memory and legacy of those who sacrificed their lives for the country.