In the decree on Tuesday, Pezeshkian expressed hope that Ibn al-Reza would work diligently to help achieve the government’s objectives in the defense sector and address the country’s challenges by providing effective advisory recommendations and drawing on the expertise of specialists.

The president also called on the newly appointed adviser to rely on God and make full use of the capabilities of experts in carrying out his responsibilities.

Ibn al-Reza had served as acting defense minister before the appointment of the new defense minister.

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