Addressing senior Army Ground Forces officials, General Hatami warned that Israel’s recent invasion during the 12-day conflict revealed the regime’s deep hostility toward Iran.

He noted that Israel’s attempts to damage the Islamic system had failed due to the “miraculous resilience” of the Iranian people.

“We dealt serious blows to the enemy and prevented it from achieving its objectives,” General Hatami stated.

The top commander pointed out that the military’s readiness, including its defense industry and technological advancements, continues to grow despite challenges.

Referring to the Iranian Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s directive to treat even minor threats as serious, General Hatami urged vigilance and unity. He praised the Army’s role in recent conflicts and its historical record in defending Iran’s borders.

General Hatami also paid tribute to fallen commanders and highlighted the contributions of all military branches during the recent conflict, affirming their preparedness for any future threats.

That’s according to multiple reports by the Iranian media. The Iranian Constitution allows for the creation of specialized sub-councils under the Supreme National Security Council, including a Defense Council and a National Security Council.

These bodies are meant to enhance coordination on national defense and security matters.

According to reports, the new council’s structure was finalized recently, with President Masoud Pezeshkian expected to chair the council.

Sources say the council will include key government and military officials such as the heads of the legislative, executive, and judiciary branches, representatives of the leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, the intelligence minister, the chief of staff of the armed forces, and top commanders from both the Army and the IRGC.

Analysts believe the formation of this council is aimed at improving Iran’s military readiness and speeding up strategic decision-making.

It comes just weeks after unprovoked missile and drone strikes by Israel and the US, which Iranian officials have described as clear acts of aggression.