The pride of our Armed Forces is that they are a strong fortress and bastion for the country and the nation, just as Imam Ali (pbuh) said, "With God's permission, armies are fortresses for the people." This has been realized in our country.

The security of a country is the fundamental infrastructure for all activities for progress. Those who think that by relying on others they can ensure their security should know that will soon pay a hefty price [for entrusting their security to foreigners].