A fake enemy drone approaching Iran’s airspace through the sea was identified, targeted, and destroyed by Mersad missile system in a night operation during the drills late on Saturday.
Mersad is a home-grown mobile tactical missile system with a detection range of 150 kilometers. The system, which benefits from cutting-edge technologies, has a high operational accuracy and longevity and can destroy targets within a distance of 40 kilometers.
Zolfaqar 1401 drills covers Jask region, located near the Strait of Hormuz in southern Iran, as well as areas to the north of the Indian Ocean, according to commander in charge of the exercises Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari.
Ground, air, and naval forces of the Iranian Army participate in the joint exercises which are held to showcase the self-confidence and combat power of the Iranian military forces and their ability to ensure sustainable security and stability of the region.
Sayyari said that boosting Army forces’ skills in carrying out operations in special circumstances and environments is among the main objectives of Zolfaqar 1401 drills.
He reiterated that the drills are aimed at reminding other countries that peace in the region can only be ensured through potentials existing in the region itself and through more cooperation and unity between regional countries.
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