(with photos) 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) mw.sab KUNA 151319 Sep 08NNNN