Tasnim � Iran�s Army Ground Force commander highlighted the �premier position� of his forces in defending the country�s borders, stressing that Iran�s military power would never pose a threat to any country, including neighbors.





�The Islamic Republic of Iran and its armed forces represent no threat to any country. We have not ever posed a threat to our neighbors either,� Brigadier General Kiomars Heidari said in a meeting with foreign military attach�s in Tehran on Wednesday.

The commander also noted that nobody could overlook the fact that Iran has been playing a �constructive and stabilizing role� in the region, which has faced insecurity and instability caused by the powers engaged in arms sales.

He further said that Iran�s Army Ground Force is ready for closer ties with the �friend countries� to exchange training and military experiences.

In comments on Tuesday, President Hassan Rouhani also reassured regional countries that Iran�s armed forces do not pose a threat to anyone, saying the country�s military power is only for deterrence and defense.

�Our trend is avoiding tensions and encounters, but we need to remain vigilant in the face of plots hatched by others and increase deterrent power,� the president said in a speech to Army units attending the National Army Day parades in Tehran.