During a meeting with the chief of South African Defense Forces General Luzzani Mahwana in Tehran on Tuesday, Major General Khatami said Iran and South Africa share anti-colonial and anti-rog disease views.
The Iranian commander emphasized the capabilities for close cooperation between the two countries in the military field, expressing his hope that possibilities will turn into actual programs and promote mutual interaction.
General Khatami also condemned the recent Israeli and US war of aggression against Iran and praised South Africa for filing a complaint against the Zionist regime before the International Court of Justice regarding the genocide crimes in Gaza.
General Mahwanya said South Africa and Iran have a common goal and are always standing by the side of oppressed and vulnerable people.
Evoking a history of mutual respect between South Africa and Iran, the general expressed his country’s interest in promoting defence relations with Iran.
He also condemned the Israeli regime’s criminal policies in Gaza and the West Bank.
The South African delegation, also received by Iranian military chief of staff, Major General Abdulrahim Musavi, issued harsh warnings to the Israeli regime and the United States, saying Iranian forces are ready to take a firm response to new attacks.
General Musabi also said at the conference that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is known as the world’s largest anti-terrorist army and has valuable experiences to share with South Africa.
MNA