'Fought Bravely...': Iran President Lauds Iranian Public and Forces After 12-Day War With Israel
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hailed the military for defending the country during the war with Israel. Speaking at a weekly cabinet meeting on June 25, Pezeshkian said, "The efforts of our dear military, security forces, army, IRGC, Basij, and people to defend our nation have, in my opinion, created another chapter of bravery and empathy." Watch this video to know more.
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