WANA  (July 31) – After the martyrdom of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of Hamas’ political bureau, Ayatollah Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, issued a message of condolence. He expressed sympathy with the Islamic Ummah, the resistance front, and the proud Palestinian nation.

 

The message emphasized that the criminal and terrorist Zionist regime, by this act, has paved the way for severe punishment and that avenging his death, which occurred within the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran, is considered a duty. The full text of the Supreme Leader’s message is as follows:

 

In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful

Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him, we will return. (Arabic Divine prayer)

 

Dear Iranian nation,

 

The brave and distinguished Palestinian fighter, Ismail Haniyeh, joined his Lord at dawn last night, leaving the great resistance front in mourning. The criminal and terrorist Zionist regime martyred our honored guest in our own home, causing us great grief. However, they have also paved the way for their severe punishment.

 

Martyr Haniyeh had for many years held his precious life in his hands on the noble battlefield, prepared for martyrdom. He had already offered his children and family members on this path.

 

He did not fear being martyred in the cause of God and the salvation of God’s servants. However, in this bitter and difficult incident that occurred within the Islamic Republic’s territory, we consider it our duty to avenge his blood.

 

I extend my condolences to the Islamic Ummah, the resistance front, the brave and proud Palestinian nation, and particularly to the family and survivors of Martyr Haniyeh and one of his companions who was martyred alongside him. I pray for their exalted ranks from Almighty God.

 

Sincerely,
Seyyed Ali Khamenei
July 31, 2024 (25 Muharram 1446)