In a message marking the opening of the Third National Congress of Mazandaran Martyrs on Thursday, Rezaei highlighted the province’s historical role in defending Iran’s independence and the ideals of the Islamic Revolution.

The official praised the fighters’ achievements in major operations in Faw, Shalamcheh, Mehran and the Karkheh region, as well as their continued role in subsequent defense missions, including the defense of holy shrines and the battle of Khan Tuman.

Rezaei also added that the congress, commemorating 14,500 martyrs from the province, would help preserve the legacy of those who lost their lives in defense of the country.

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