WANA (Oct 27) – Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, responded today to Israel’s October 26 attack on Iran. He challenged the Israelis’ attempt to exaggerate their actions, and his remarks carried key messages: on the one hand, demonstrating Iran’s strategic acumen, and on the other, warning Israel and its allies. Analyzing his speech reveals four main points:

 

1. Countering Propaganda: Neither Exaggeration nor Underestimation

The Leader of Iran astutely highlighted that Israel’s media hype surrounding the attack is part of their psychological warfare. Contrary to their claims, this action hasn’t caused significant damage to Iran or its military infrastructure. At the same time, underestimating the move would also be a mistake. This stance shows Iran’s realistic approach to the issues and its avoidance of media hype, emphasizing the importance of accurate analysis by officials and experts.

Iran’s Supreme Leader: Israeli Regime Has Miscalculated; Iran’s Strength Must Be Made Clear

WANA (Oct 27) – During a meeting this morning with the families of martyrs of security, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Khamenei, emphasized the need to disrupt the miscalculations of Israel regarding Iran. He stated, “They are making a strategic error regarding Iran because they do not know the Iranian […]

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2. Breaking the Enemy’s “Miscalculation”

The Leader openly referred to Israel’s “miscalculation” and their misunderstanding of Iran’s strength and resolve. According to him, Israel still lacks an accurate understanding of Iran’s power and determination. This suggests the Leader believes strategies are needed for Israel to gain a more realistic perception of Iran’s capabilities and abandon its miscalculations. The message is clear: Iran intends to demonstrate, through precise and calculated actions, that it is prepared and capable, contrary to Israel’s assumptions. This miscalculation could have serious consequences for them and lays the groundwork for a smart and meaningful response.

 

3. Avoiding Hysteria and Preserving Public Calm

One prominent aspect of his speech was the emphasis on restraint and avoiding emotional responses. The Leader urged media and online platforms to refrain from impulsive, unfounded analyses, signaling to the public to remain calm and allow experts to make prudent decisions. This approach could help maintain public morale and prevent the enemy from achieving its psychological goals.

Iran’s Supreme Leader meeting with the families of martyrs of security on October 27, 2024. Khamenei.ir/ WANA News Agency

4. Aligning with Official Stances and Avoiding Disunity

The Leader also encouraged media figures to align their perspectives with the country’s official policies and avoid spreading unverified information. This focus on unity and coherence can strengthen national spirit and internal cohesion during crises, signaling to the enemy that Iran moves with a unified and logical voice.

 

5. Intelligent Decision-Making and Preparedness for Response

Ayatollah Khamenei stressed that Iran will not remain passive in the face of hostile actions, but any response should be calculated, carefully timed, and location-specific. His words reflect a belief in strategic patience and informed decision-making based on careful analysis.

From Israel’s Shelters to Tehran’s Rooftops: Reflections on a Failed Attack

WANA (Oct 26) – In the early hours of Saturday, October 27, Israel launched actions targeting military facilities in Iran, which an Israeli military spokesperson described as a response to recent Iranian actions against Israel. According to Daniel Hagari, this was in retaliation for what Israel terms “Iranian threats.”   Around 2:30 a.m., explosions were […]

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In essence, the Leader’s speech calls for moving beyond immediate confrontations and focusing on a long-term strategic approach in dealing with regional threats.

 

Instead of reactive responses, Iran is formulating a path that shows regional and global adversaries that true strength lies not in impulsive reactions, but in strategic patience and precision. What is certain, however, is that Israel’s mistake in attacking Iran will not go unanswered.

Iranians walk next to an anti-U.S. and Israeli billboard with pictures of Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian and Iranian Armed Forces Chief of Staff, Major General Mohammad Bagheri and U.S. President Joe Biden and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on a street in Tehran, Iran, October 27, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)