'Voting is meaningless' in Iran's 'sham' election, regime's opponents say - as polls close
Friday, 1 March 2024 Polls have closed in Iran in an election that opponents of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's regime have dismissed as a "sham" in which voting "is meaningless".
Iran’s Navy has received its first indigenous signals-intelligence destroyer, named Zagros. The ship, delivered in a ceremony attended by senior officials, is equipped with cutting-edge electromagnetic, electronic, and cyber technology. Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani hailed it as a significant achievement, emphasizing that all of the ship’s equipment was produced domestically. The Zagros enhances Iran’s naval security across critical waterways, including the Indian and Pacific Oceans, aligning with the country’s broader defense goals under Ayatollah Khamenei’s directives.
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Iran has revealed new, mysterious weaponry during large-scale military drills conducted by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), signaling a significant step in strengthening its defense capabilities. The drills, taking place in the western regions of Iran, involved a range of newly deployed weapons and equipment, showcasing the country’s military advancements. These exercises, overseen by Brigadier General Mohammad-Nazar Azimi, are part of ongoing efforts to enhance Iran’s armed forces, bolster its sovereignty, and demonstrate its readiness against external threats. The maneuvers include local Basij volunteer forces and are seen as a response to potential regional conflicts. With increased tensions and military modernization, Iran’s leadership, under Ayatollah Khamenei, is focused on maintaining security, especially in historically sensitive border regions.
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Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has rejected claims that groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis act as proxy forces for Tehran. Speaking on Sunday, Khamenei emphasized that these groups operate independently based on their own interests and decisions, while acknowledging Iran’s support for their causes. Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Palestine, and the Houthis in Yemen are often accused by Western nations of serving as Iran’s regional proxies to expand its influence. However, Khamenei dismissed such accusations, stressing that these organizations are motivated by local grievances and ideological commitments, not Iranian directives.
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has issued a bold proclamation, predicting the inevitable elimination of Israel while asserting that Hezbollah remains an indomitable force. In a powerful address, Khamenei dismissed the belief held by the U.S., Israel, and their allies that regional resistance has been weakened, calling it a grave miscalculation. He emphasized that the martyrdom of leaders like Hassan Nasrallah and Yehya Sinwar has not diminished the resistance movement, as their ideology and mission continue to inspire.
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Iran has issued a strong challenge to Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its leader, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, as Major General Hossein Salami, the IRGC chief, vows that Syrian youth will reclaim their homeland. Echoing Ayatollah Khamenei’s remarks, Salami emphasized Syria’s inevitable liberation from foreign occupation and militant forces. He condemned the foreign powers tearing Syria apart, specifically criticizing Israel’s intrusive actions in Damascus. Salami reaffirmed Iran's commitment to preserving Syria's dignity without pursuing territorial ambitions. His remarks underscore Iran's support for Syria’s sovereignty, signaling a significant challenge to groups like HTS and external players influencing the conflict.
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