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Iran’s armed forces stronger, more prepared than ever: deputy commander

Published October 8, 2026 Updated October 8, 2026 03:34pm

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Iran’s armed forces are stronger and more prepared than ever, Deputy Commander-in-Chief Brigadier General Mohammad Hossein Dadras said, state media reports.

He also highlighted the continued presence and resilience of the Iranian people.

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