MNA � IRGC Chief Major General Hossein Salami said that Iranian people have chosen the path of independence and resistance.







He made the remarks on Thu. and said, �in the current situation, resistance is the simplest way to counter sanctions imposed against the country.�

The commander went on to say that in today�s world, �we should be powerful and self-reliant in order to overcome difficulties. To gain full independence, we have no other choice but to make ourselves� powerful and�in this regard, our strength lies in science and technology.�

He pointed to the successes and achievements gained by the Islamic Revolution over the past 40 years [since the victory of the Islamic Revolution] and added, �whenever we could make a decision independently, we have been successful in every field. It should be kept in mind that by relying upon the assistance of the Almighty God, all problems will be solved.�

He termed the identity of each country as the most deterrent power of that country and added, �scientific power brings about the defensive power and an advanced country is safe in all fields due to its progress.�