TEHRAN – Judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir says that Iran’s security is entirely independent and self-reliant, not dependent on the permission or support of foreign powers.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Jahangir highlighted Iran’s missile program as a key example of this self-sufficiency.
The official described this as a major source of national pride, emphasizing that the missiles were developed domestically by Iranian youth.
Jahangir also praised the role of the younger generation, noting that just as they once defended the nation’s borders, but now through their scientific and academic achievements, they are compelling adversaries to back down.
He noted that the notable successes of Iranian youth in both scientific and athletic arenas are building the foundation for a prosperous future.
Jahangir said 115 security convicts have so far been granted amnesty under a recent decree approved by the Leader, describing the move as having created public joy and excitement in various parts of society.
Jahangir explained that the pardon, which is based on specific criteria, will continue until late December, after which the final number of beneficiaries will be announced.
“We have previously expressed hope that with further reviews, the scope of the amnesty will expand so that more people can benefit from this Islamic clemency,” he said.
Turning to the case of the seized Israeli ship, Jahangir said the case has been sent to court after an indictment was issued.
“For the ship’s owner, who is accused of financing terrorism, a punishment equivalent to 170 million U.S. dollars has been requested,” he told reporters.
He explained that the case was
 filed in Branch 20 of Tehran’s Public and Revolution Court, which handles international matters.
The ship, he went on, registered in Portugal and flying the flag of one of the islands, entered Iranian waters last year and was seized by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy in the Strait of Hormuz “for violating international regulations and failing to respond to relevant authorities.”
Jahangir said some containers aboard carried hazardous materials that were deemed to endanger “the security and tranquility of the country and the region.”
He added that the ship’s owner is an influential figure within the Israeli regime who served six years as an intelligence officer in its air force and has financed Israeli naval units through his family foundation.
These actions, Jahangir noted, have been identified as violations of international law under UN Security Council Resolution 2334.
He added that the case remains under judicial investigation.