Iran renewed its pledge to avenge the death of its top nuclear and defense scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, who was assassinated last month.
Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, asserted that Fakhrizadeh’s death will be avenged, stressing that “the Great Satan represented by the US and the Zionist entity, will pay for this crime.”
Major General Bagheri visited the house of Fakhrizadeh, where he met the family of the scientist and presented the first-class Order of Nasr medal (Victory), which had been granted and signed by the Supreme Leader, according to Fars Agency.
The Order of Nasr is one of Iran’s highest military honors and is awarded to those who defend the Islamic revolution and the country’s territorial integrity and independence.
Bagheri pointed out that the enemies of the Iranian people live in fear and panic since the assassination of Fakhrizadeh.
He said that the revenge will take place in accordance with what the Islamic Revolution Front deems right, and in a suitable time and place.
"Terrorist groups and the leaders and the perpetrators of this cowardly attempt should know that severe revenge awaits them."
Bagheri pointed to the vast efforts and valuable services provided by Fakhrizadeh in various scientific and research fields.
He described him as a unique figure in the scientific field, considering his death a painful loss to the scientific society and the armed forces.
The colleagues and students of Fakhrizadeh will continue with the blessing of his sincere efforts, said Bagheri, asserting that they will follow his path with strong determination.
Fakhrizadeh was described as “a distinguished nuclear and defense scientist” by the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
