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Iranian President Appoints New Acting Defense Minister

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on Monday the appointment of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps officer Majed ibn Reza as the acting defense minister. This decision was made as part of ongoing government reshuffles in the country. The appointment is a significant step in strengthening Iran's defense capabilities.

Iranian President Appoints New Acting Defense Minister

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on Monday the appointment of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps officer Majed ibn Reza as the acting defense minister. This decision was made as part of ongoing government reshuffles in the country. The appointment is a significant step in strengthening Iran's defense capabilities. The new minister is expected to continue the course of modernizing the armed forces. Majed ibn Reza is considered an experienced military commander with a long service record.

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