For 25 day, ‘israel’ and US utilized Iraqi airspace, while Iran dismantled ‘israeli’ ballistic missiles, Admiral Sayyari says
A senior Iranian military official has reported that throughout October, fighter jets from Israel and its allies, predominantly the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, consistently patrolled Iraqi airspace for 25 straight days. This activity is said to be part of preparations for a potential assault on Iran.
Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, the Deputy Chief of the Iranian Army for Coordination, delivered remarks on Tuesday at the Congress commemorating 15,000 martyrs from Iran’s southern Fars Province.
He made his remarks just days following a lethal military operation by Israel targeting Iran.
In early October, Iran initiated Operation True Promise II, during which the Islamic Republic fired 200 missiles at Israeli military and intelligence targets located throughout the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. This action was taken in response to what Iran described as Israel’s deadly aggression against Iran and other nations in the region.
In the wake of the Iranian operation, Iranian military official Sayyari stated that Iraq’s airspace was made available to Iran’s regime and its allies, which included the United States, Britain, France, and several Persian Gulf Arab states. This arrangement persisted over a span of 25 days, during which time these nations reportedly attempted to launch an offensive against Iran.
According to the commander, a major exercise involving hundreds of both manned and unmanned warplanes, tanker aircraft, and electronic warfare aircraft recently took place over Iraqi airspace, signaling preparations for a possible offensive.
“Due to the vigilance and preparedness of our esteemed air defense and air force personnel, a coordinated operation successfully prevented any enemy’s advanced aircraft from breaching our borders, he stated.”
Admiral Sayyari reported that the military operation compelled enemy aircraft to launch ballistic missiles towards Iran, even while maintaining a distance of up to 100 kilometers from the country’s borders.
Iranian air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed a significant number of incoming projectiles, though a few penetrated the defense system and impacted locations within the country, according to the report.
The commander emphasized that they recognized the nation’s readiness and vigilance, acknowledging its familiarity with handling such situations through experience and preparedness.
Sayyari issued a warning that adversaries of the Islamic Republic are persistently vigilant, seeking opportunities to undermine the nation’s stability.
According to official statements, young Iranians are diligently safeguarding the nation’s borders around the clock. Their efforts ensure that the citizens experience security and well-being, while the country continues to advance along its path of development.
A senior Army commander praised the nation’s military capabilities, highlighting the executions of Operation True Promise II and its predecessor, during which Iranian forces launched over 300 missiles and drones at contested territories in April. This action was a response to lethal attacks by the Israeli regime, which had earlier targeted Iranian diplomatic sites in Damascus.
The nation’s Armed Forces have inflicted significant damage on the Zionist regime throughout the recent operations, showcasing their robust offensive capabilities.
In other parts of his statement, the commander condemned the continued military actions by the Israeli regime in the Gaza Strip, describing it as a genocidal war. He also criticized the intensifying aggression against Lebanon, which has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of individuals, with women and children making up half of the casualties.
He inquired, “These atrocities are being carried out with the backing of global powers. What response can the international community and human rights organizations offer in light of these crimes?”
