Brigadier General Yadollah Javani on Wednesday, at a scientific meeting on the transformations in the Persian Gulf region, elaborated on the importance of this region and Iran's role in it. He introduced the Persian Gulf as a great divine blessing for the nations of the region, especially the Iranian nation, and added: "For many years, a significant portion of the exploitation of this capacity has been in the hands of foreign powers."
The Persian Gulf and Its Geopolitical Importance
The political deputy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps emphasized the strategic position of the Persian Gulf, referring to energy resources and the Strait of Hormuz, and said: "Iran, due to its extensive coastline along the Persian Gulf and its oversight of the Strait of Hormuz, holds a special position in regional equations." He stated that great powers have always competed over strategic areas and capacities, asserting: "The Persian Gulf, due to its important position, has always attracted the attention of global powers."
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Achievements of the Islamic Revolution and Iran's Empowerment
Brigadier General Javani regarded the Islamic Revolution as Iran's greatest achievement on the path to independence and national sovereignty, adding: "The Islamic Revolution, with the support of the people, freed Iran from dependency and initiated the country's path to progress and empowerment." He referred to the scientific and technological advancements of the Islamic Republic, stating: "The successful presence of Iranian students in scientific fields and global Olympiads is part of this capacity."
The political deputy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps continued: "The enmity of hegemonic powers towards the Islamic Republic stems from the fact that Iran has followed the path of independence and progress after the Islamic Revolution and has become a regional power." He mentioned actions such as separatism, coups, and sanctions, stating: "None of these actions have been able to divert the Islamic Republic from its path."
Changing Regional Equations and the Future of the Persian Gulf
He referred to the recent war, stating: "The enemy thought that by unleashing a vast amount of fire, it could bring Iran to its knees, but the resistance of the people and the armed forces changed their calculations." Brigadier General Javani noted: "Recent developments indicate a shift in the balance of power in the region, and even some regional countries have doubts about the future of America's presence in West Asia."
In conclusion, Brigadier General Javani emphasized the necessity of strengthening social cohesion, stating: "Every Iranian should play a role in preserving the country and strengthening national authority." He added: "The experience of the eight years of sacred defense showed that the Iranian nation, despite all pressures, did not allow even an inch of the country's territory to be separated, and this spirit must be strengthened in new generations."
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