In the Monday statement, the General Staff offered its congratulations to the noble people of Iran on the eve of the anniversary of the US embassy takeover on November 4, 1979.
It said the great event disclosed the evil nature of the global arrogance and the expanse of its hostile interference in Iran’s internal affairs.
The statement described the occasion as a “turning point” in contemporary history and a cause for consolidation of Iran’s political independence and national dignity.
It said the embassy takeover symbolizes the “revolutionary insight, the bravery of faithful youths, and manifests the nation’s will against global hegemonic powers.”
The Armed Forces reaffirmed the Iranian nation’s resolution to keep on the path of maintaining independence and dignity.
According to the statement, November 4 is a reminder that the Iranian nation will not allow anyone to undermine its national independence and dignity.
On November 4, 1979, Iranian students took over the American embassy in Tehran, also known in Iran as the Den of Espionage.
The occasion was then named the National Day of the Fight against Global Arrogance, which also marks the National Student Day.
Every year on the 13th day of the Iranian month of Aban, the Iranian nation, particularly students, commemorates the National Day of the Fight against Global Arrogance by staging nationwide demonstrations, calling on all Muslims and freedom-seeking people to stand up against arrogant powers.
The day has become a symbol of resistance and a fierce fight against Western imperialism.
Press TV