Article Posted on : - Jan 04, 2010

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TEHRAN (BNS): Iran's ground forces to have a large-scale military exercise next month in conjunction with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

According to Iran's English language television network, Press TV, the joint drill will be conducted to prepare country's military forces to be able to repel any possible offensive by the enemies.

"The drill will improve the force's defensive capabilities," said Brig. Gen. Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan, Commander of Iran's Ground Forces, on Saturday.

The joint military exercise will also boost the region's security, as reported by the Press TV.