Iranian Civilians Mobilize in ‘Jan-Fada’ Military Drills Amid U.S. Sanctions
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, The American newspaper The New York Post has reported on the extensive ‘Jan-Fada’ drills and gathering held in Tehran, characterizing it as one of the most significant public assemblies in Iran since the onset of a regional conflict in February. The report highlighted the participation of hundreds of thousands of civilians who demonstrated their readiness to join military training programs and defend the nation.
Under the headline ‘Tehran Mobilizes Hundreds of Thousands of Civilians to Sacrifice Their Lives for Iran; We Have No Fear,’ The New York Post noted the immense turnout on Friday. Participants in the ‘Jan-Fada’ initiative declared their willingness to engage in military training and national defense.
The U.S. media outlet pointed out that this large-scale event occurred while Iran faces considerable economic pressure due to American sanctions and restrictions imposed on its ports.
Official Iranian state media reported attendance exceeding 300,000 individuals. Prior to the drills, Hassan Hasanzadeh, the commander of the Tehran Corps, stated that over 600,000 people had registered for the military training program, with expectations of further increases.
The event featured a joint presence of military forces and the public, along with displays of military equipment, including drones and air defense systems.
The New York Post also observed anti-American and anti-Israeli slogans chanted by attendees. The organizers aimed to present an image of national unity and Iran’s readiness for defense through this demonstration.
The ‘Jan-Fada’ drills and gathering took place on Friday, September 17, 2026, in Tehran, proceeding from Imam Hussein Square to Enghelab Square. Iranian officials had previously announced that the program would involve organized forces and diverse segments of the population.
The event garnered significant attention from international media. The Associated Press also described it as the largest organized public gathering in Iran since the start of the aforementioned conflict, reporting over 300,000 participants on the streets of Tehran.
