Baku, Azerbaijan, Feb. 20
By Khalid Kazimov – Trend:
The ground forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) of Iran have conducted military war games dubbed “Peyambar-e Azam” (the great prophet) in the country’s central desert.
According to ISNA news agency, the IRGC forces have tested various types of “advanced rockets” including smart and guided ones during the drills.
Several IRGC units will display their capabilities during the three-day drills, the report added.
Iran has held a number of major military drills over the past several years to enhance the defense capabilities of its armed forces.
The Islamic Republic says its military might poses no threat to other countries, stating that its defense doctrine is merely based on deterrence.