According to Khabaronline, an Iranian news agency, The deputy commander of the IRGC’s Tharallah Headquarters in Tehran Province said the exercise involved ground, air, and intelligence units and focused on rapid troop deployment, swift positioning in designated operational zones, and the execution of defensive scenarios. According to him, the results demonstrated a high level of preparedness among IRGC forces to respond to potential security threats.
The official emphasized that the defensive capability of IRGC units stationed in the capital region forms part of Iran’s broader security strategy to maintain internal stability and deter destabilizing actions. He added that this preparedness is based on continuous training, organizational cohesion, and public support.
Meanwhile, the commander of the IRGC’s Seyyed al-Shohada Corps in Tehran Province provided further details on the exercise, noting that “Ela Beit al-Moqaddas 16” was designed and conducted in two phases. The first phase, titled “Show of Strength,” took place in early December with the participation of all Basij battalions across the province.
The second phase, he said, focused on defensive operations and included the execution of five simulated defense missions across seven operational axes. During this stage, Basij forces conducted planned maneuvers using military equipment and live ammunition to assess their field readiness under conditions close to real-world scenarios.
The commander also expressed appreciation for the cooperation of local authorities, government agencies, and municipal administrations, describing their support as a key factor in the successful execution of the drill. He characterized the exercise as an example of coordination between military and civilian institutions in addressing security challenges.
Such periodic military exercises are part of the IRGC’s stated efforts to maintain defensive preparedness and convey deterrence messages at both domestic and regional levels.