The chief commander of the Iranian Air Force, Brigadier General Bahman Behmard, has pledged that the force will remain fully committed to defending the Iranian nation against any aggression by its “sworn enemies”, state-run IRNA reports.

In a message issued to commemorate the anniversaries of the martyrdom of two prominent Air Force figures, Behmard stressed the importance of preserving their memory and continuing their path in safeguarding Iran’s dignity and strength.

“We assure the nation that, in the path of obedience to the leader and defence of the great Iranian nation against the aggression of the sworn enemies of this homeland, we will remain legitimate heirs and self-sacrificing followers,” he said.