Veep: National unity, cohesion send clear message to enemies
Iran’s Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref emphasized that the country’s enemies have recognized that they cannot effectively confront Iran and its people.
Speaking at a gathering of the senior officials from the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development on Tuesday, he added they initially anticipated a swift victory over Iran within a few days and expected the populace to join them; however, Iranian nation, despite numerous challenges, demonstrated its unity and cohesion.
“We extend our appreciation to the people, and we must continue on this path and process,” he said.
He further highlighted, “With this victory, the enemies understood the capabilities of our country and our people, even though we have not yet revealed all our potential."
The vice president congratulated the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and the Iranian people on this achievement.
He added, “Enemies should know that they must never set conditional terms for Iran.”
Reflecting on the past 12 days, he said that they served as a valuable lesson for everyone, noting that various organizations and institutions improved their services compared to before. “We had already planned in all areas and were prepared accordingly."
Aref pointed out that one of the key ministries involved in providing effective services to people was the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, appreciating the efforts of the minister and the cooperation of the people, drivers, and guild unions. Thanks to these initiatives and teamwork, the ministry and its transportation sector delivered excellent services.
Emphasizing the importance of reforms and enhancing cybersecurity, the vice president evaluated the services provided by the ministry as appropriate. He also called for the development of a comprehensive plan to reconstruct areas damaged by attacks of the Zionist regime.
He stated that the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development is responsible for formulating a comprehensive reconstruction plan, which should clearly define the measures to be undertaken by both the government and the people.
Aref also reiterated the critical importance of cybersecurity in government agencies, stating that the enemy remains lurking, therefore, executive organizations must undertake necessary reforms to bolster the cybersecurity of their systems and networks.