Brigadier General Ali Abdollahi, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces and Commander of the Central Headquarters of Khatam al-Anbia (PBUH), emphasized the necessity of increasing deterrent power and utilizing lessons learned from recent wars during a ceremony honoring the sacrifices of the martyr minister, Brigadier General Pilot Aziz Nasirzadeh. He referred to the memories of the martyrs of the Sacred Defense and the Islamic Revolution, highlighting the importance of national unity and the efforts of the armed forces in facing threats.
Necessity of Revising Defensive Methods
Brigadier General Abdollahi stated that the experience of recent wars has made the need for revising preparedness and countering threats more apparent than ever. He noted that future wars will have combined, technological, informational, and cognitive dimensions, and the armed forces must plan to face emerging threats. According to him, accurately documenting experiences and lessons learned from past wars is the key to success in this regard.
Strategy 'One Shot, One Target'
The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces introduced the 'One Shot, One Target' strategy, emphasizing the importance of increasing deterrent power and stated that defensive capabilities must be upgraded in accordance with the nature of future wars by accurately identifying threats. In this context, he stressed the need to develop technologies and enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of equipment. Brigadier General Abdollahi also called for the utilization of modern technologies and artificial intelligence to strengthen the country's defensive capabilities.
He further deemed attention to the defense economy essential and emphasized the optimal management of the country's resources and facilities. He suggested that non-productive assets be converted into productive ones and resources be directed towards priority missions. This approach could help increase defensive capabilities and improve the livelihoods of armed forces personnel.
Brigadier General Abdollahi also highlighted the importance of close cooperation between the Ministry of Defense and the armed forces, calling for timely provision of essential equipment and services to enhance their operational capabilities. He concluded by emphasizing the need to protect the country's strategic information and assets, stressing the necessity of strengthening protective and security mechanisms.
Finally, Brigadier General Abdollahi expressed hope that with the collaboration and synergy of the managers and staff of the Ministry of Defense, the process of meeting the needs of the armed forces and enhancing the country's defensive capabilities would continue vigorously, and a collective determination would emerge to advance the missions of the Ministry of Defense.
