US EditionIran founds new Supreme National Defense Council after June attacks by Israel
- On Sunday, Iran announced the creation of a centralized council to oversee the nation’s defense operations during wartime.
- The council's creation followed a 12-day war earlier this year between Iran and Israel, marked by intense air strikes.
- Israel's Operation Rising Lion targeted Iranian nuclear, missile sites, and IRGC infrastructure, prompting Iranian missile and drone retaliation.
- Commander Amir Hatami said the council will "review defense plans" and enhance capabilities, while warning threats from Israel remain.
- The council aims to centralize military decision-making amid significant military setbacks and ongoing economic pressures on Iran.
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Iran forms National Defense Council after military clash with Israel
Iran approves the creation of a National Defense Council following its June confrontation with Israel. The new body, chaired by President Pezeshkian, will centralize military planning and boost the armed forces' capabilities.
The development comes after the 12-day war launched by Israel in June, with the support of the US.
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