Iran inaugurates a military training base to train civilians
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 5, 2026Country: Iran
Politics

Iran opened a second military training site in Tehran on Saturday for volunteers amid heightened tensions with the United States. Over 500,000 volunteers are said to have signed up for military training as part of the 'Janfada' campaign to boost national unity against US sanctions. The camp aims to prepare civilians for combat in case of invasion, with an initial site established in eastern Tehran. Authorities seek to demonstrate their capacity to mobilize the population amidst economic and military pressures.
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