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TEHRAN, Sept 15 (KUNA) -- Iranian air forces launched on Monday military
maneuvers across the Islamic Republic provinces, code-named "Defenders of
Velayat" with the participation of fighter jets and air force units.
The Commander of the "Khatam-ul Anbia" air base, Brigadier General Ahmad
Miqani, told reporters the military exercise was conducted throughout the
country successfully.
The drills were carried out in three stages, aimed at promoting air forces
power and awareness in order to defend the country vital areas and military
sites, he said. (end)
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