WANA (Sep 25) – Today, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, met with veterans and activists of the Sacred Defense and Resistance and mentioned, “The reason for the enmity of the great powers towards the Islamic Revolution was the creation of an unparalleled people’s revolution and a new way of thinking for governing the world. Iran presented a new discourse against the unjust world order, which the global oppressors could not tolerate.”

 

During the meeting, the Supreme Leader said that today, some criticize the Islamic Republic of Iran, saying, “The Islamic Republic is isolated and doesn’t engage with the world.” He continued: We are cooperating with groups representing half of the world’s population. Our opposition is to the political order of the oppressive system. The political appeal of the Islamic Republic lies in standing against the unjust global order.”

 

Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei pointed out that Iran’s enemy’s issue is not about nuclear energy, human rights, or women’s rights; these are just excuses, and they don’t dare to attack Iran’s borders because of the resilience of the Iranian nation, so they show their hostility in other ways. “The enemy’s opposition to the Iranian people will not end unless we accept their coercion, which we never will, he stated.”

 

Regarding the recent events in Lebanon and Palestine, he emphasized that “If the malicious Zionist regime had been able to defeat the resistance forces, it wouldn’t need to show its ugly and disgraceful face by killing women and children.”

Iran’s Supreme Leader, in a meeting with veterans and activists of the Sacred Defense and Resistance, 2024 September 25, Social media/ WANA News Agency

The Supreme Leader of Iran also emphasized the ongoing struggle in Lebanon and Palestine, asserting that the infidel and malevolent enemy is heavily armed. He accused the United States of being behind these hostile forces, claiming that American officials falsely assert their lack of involvement, stating, “They say they have no interference, they are lying! They know and are involved, and they need the victory of the Zionist regime.”

 

He further noted that the current U.S. administration requires a demonstration of support for the Israeli regime in light of upcoming elections, suggesting that this political necessity leads them to feign non-interference despite their actual involvement.

 

The Supreme Leader highlighted the determination of the people of Palestine and Gaza, declaring their commitment to jihad for the sake of God. He praised Hezbollah in Lebanon for its steadfast support of Gaza amidst dire circumstances, reiterating that they, too, are engaged in jihad for a just cause.

 

“The enemy may possess advanced equipment,” he stated, “but ultimately, the victors will be the resistance movements of Palestine and Hezbollah in Lebanon.” He added that while some key members of Hezbollah have been martyred, such losses will not diminish the strength or resolve of the organization.