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Leader of the Revolution meets Thousands of People in Qom
This morning, on the anniversary of the historic and victorious uprising of the people of Qom on 19 Dey 1356 (January 9, 1978), the Leader of the Islamic Revolution met with thousands of faithful and fervent residents of the city. He described the miscalculations of the corrupt Pahlavi regime and its main backer, the United States, as the cause of their defeat at the hands of the Iranian nation. He said that today, also, with the blessing of the Islamic Republic system, the Iranian nation is much stronger than at that time in terms of software, spiritual, and hardware capabilities, and will defeat the arrogant and miscalculating United States. He added, “The powerful Islamic system, which came to power with the blood of several hundred thousand honourable martyrs, will not yield to thoughtless individuals and rioters who take to destruction.”
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Meets Thousands of Families of Dignified Martyrs
On the auspicious anniversary of the birth of the Commander of the Faithful, Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (as), and the sixth anniversary of the martyrdom of General Soleimani, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution met with the esteemed families of the martyrs of the Twelve-Day War (the Martyrs of Dignity). He described the justice and God-consciousness of the Commander of the Faithful as two essential summits the country requires and are the most indispensable qualities for governing society. He emphasised the need for vigilance and the strengthening of national unity in the face of the enemy’s ‘soft war.’ He said, “This war, based on deception, lies, slander, and rumours, is the very same war the enemies of the Alawi government launched after suffering military defeats at his (Imam Ali’s) hands in order to prevent the realisation of his objectives.”
Leader's message to Annual Meeting of the Union of Islamic Student Associations in Europe
In a message to the 59th Annual Meeting of the Union of Islamic Student Associations in Europe, Ayatollah Khamenei pointed to the failure of the massive offensive by the U.S. military and its shameful offshoot in the region brought about by the initiative, courage, and sacrifice of the youth of Islamic Iran. He said that the principal cause of the confusion afflicting these corrupt and mischievous bullies is not the nuclear issue, but rather it is the raising of the banner of confrontation with the unjust order and the global hegemonic system, and Iran's pivot toward a just national and international Islamic order.
Televised Speech by the Leader of the Revolution Addressing the Noble People of Iran
This evening, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei, gave a televised address to the Iranian nation. He emphasised the necessity of strengthening and powerfully continuing the Basij (Popular Mobilisation Forces) across successive generations. He described it as "a great asset, a public movement, and a factor enhancing national power." He stated that the failure of the U.S. and the Zionist regime to achieve any of their objectives in attacking Iran indicates their undeniable defeat. While offering several recommendations to the people, he called upon all citizens and political factions to preserve and strengthen national unity.
The Leader Meets with Alborz Martyrs’ Congress Organisers
The statements of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, delivered during a meeting with the organisers of the Alborz Province 5,580 Martyrs’ Commemoration Congress, were released this evening in Karaj, where the event was held.
Leader meets Thousands of Ahl al-Bayt Reciters and Eulogists
The Islamic Republic of Iran was filled with light, joy, and celebration today on the auspicious anniversary of the birth of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (sa). To mark this occasion, a vibrant ceremony of eulogies, poetry recitation, and praise of the Chief of the Women of the Worlds was held in the Ḥusayniyyah of Imām Khomeinī (r), with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in attendance along with thousands of lovers of the Ahl al-Bayt (a).
In the gathering that lasted for nearly three hours, Ayatollah Khamenei offered his felicitations on the blessed birth of Lady al-Ṣiddīqah al-Ṭāhirah (sa), and remarked, “Through their steadfast national resistance, the Iranian people have thwarted the enemy’s persistent attempts to reshape the religious, historical, and cultural identity of this nation. Today as well, even as we remain attentive to the need for a sound defensive and offensive posture in the face of propaganda and media assaults aimed at capturing minds, hearts, and beliefs, our dear Iran, despite the challenges and shortages that exist across the country, continues its forward movement and steady progress.”
Meeting with thousands of women and girls, the Leader of the Revolution says
This morning, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution met thousands of women and girls from across the country. He described Lady Fatima al-Zahra (s.a.) as a celestial human adorned with the highest of virtues. He elaborated on Islam’s perspective regarding the status and rights of women both at home and in society and explained the duties and prohibitions governing men’s behaviour toward their wives and women in various areas.
Leader Meets with Thousands of High School and University Students
On the eve of November 4th, Students' Day and the National Day of Resistance against Global Arrogance, Ayatollah Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, met that morning with thousands of high school and university students as well as families of the martyrs of the 12-Day Imposed War. He described the anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. embassy, known as the "Den of Conspiracy" against the Islamic Revolution on 13th of Aban 1358 (4th November 1979), as a day of "honour and victory" and a day that "revealed the true nature of the arrogant American government." He emphasised the need to preserve this day in the nation's memory and outlined the background of America's enmity toward the Iranian people, which began with the coup of 28th Mordad 1332 (August 19th 1953) and continues to this day. He said, "The disagreement between the Islamic Republic and the United States is inherent and stems from the clash of interests between two opposing currents, that of America and that of the Islamic Republic. Only if the United States completely ends its support for the accursed Zionist regime, withdraws its military bases from the region, and refrains from interfering in its affairs, will any American request for cooperation with Iran become even remotely worthy of consideration, not in the near, but only in the distant future."
Leader of the Revolution Meets Sports and Science Medallists. Addresses US President
Ayatollah Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, met this morning with hundreds of champions from various athletic disciplines and medallists from international scientific Olympiads. He described these achievers as the manifestation of national growth and a reflection of national power. He said, “You have proven that the inspirational youth of beloved Iran are symbols of the nation, who possess the ability to stand upon the summit and draw the attention and eyes of the world toward the radiant horizons of Iran.”
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Makes Televised Address to the Iranian People
Tonight, in a televised address to the nation, Ayatollah Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, described the Iranian people’s steadfast unity and solidarity as a steel fist on the enemy's head. He explained the reason why the proud Iranian nation has not yielded to the enemy’s pressure and threats to make it abandon the highly beneficial technology of uranium enrichment. He said that negotiations whose outcome America specifies and dictates from the outset are useless and harmful, because they encourage the bullying enemy to impose further demands while warding off no harm from the country. No honourable nation or any wise statesman would accept such negotiations.
Leader of the Revolution Expressed Special Gratitude to the President and his Government
In a meeting with the President and the Cabinet this afternoon, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, while elaborating on the necessity of strengthening the elements of national power and dignity, said that the people’s livelihood is one of the country’s most important issues. He stressed the need for more decisive measures toward “market discipline” and alleviating the people’s concerns about the unrestrained rise in commodity prices. He also offered important recommendations on the necessity of overcoming a "state of neither war nor peace" with an "atmosphere of work, effort, and hope," boosting production, following through on decisions until results are achieved, using the current opportunity for consensus-building to accomplish important tasks, resolving the housing problem, avoiding waste especially in government agencies, and urging officials and media figures to focus on elaborating the country's genuine and hope-inspiring strengths.
Leader Meets Thousands of a Multivarious Public on Anniversary of Imam Reza's Martyrdom
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution met this morning with thousands of people from various segments of society on the anniversary of the martyrdom of the benevolent Imam, Hazrat Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.). He said that the extraordinary spread of the school of the Ahl al-Bayt and the accelerated dissemination of the issue of Ashura and the philosophy of Imam Hussain's (a.s.) uprising in the Islamic world as among the most important blessings of the Eighth Imam's journey to Khorasan.
Leader of the Revolution at the Memorial Ceremony for Martyrs in the Recent Imposed War
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution commemorated the 40th anniversary of those who had been martyred in the Zionist-imposed 12-day war upon the Iranian nation. The commemoration was held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya, with attendees including the martyrs’ families, representatives from various segments of society, and numerous government officials.
In a meeting with the head of the judiciary and the heads of courts, the Leader said
During a recent meeting with senior judiciary officials and heads of court across the country, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution analysed the great work of the Iranian nation during the latest imposed war, the failed plans and miscalculations of the aggressors, and the tremendous unity of the Iranian people, with all their political differences and various religious factions, in defending [their] beloved Iran. He emphasised that everyone must maintain this national unity.
Leader's Congratulations to Iran in 3rd TV Message after Zionist Regime's Attack
In his third televised message to the nation, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution congratulated Iranians on their victory over the Zionist regime and the devastating blows its armed forces dealt it. He also congratulated them on their triumph over the American regime and the hard slap delivered by the Islamic Republic in response to their futile attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, and for the extraordinary unity and solidarity the Iranian nation displayed.
The Leader Meets President and Members of the Islamic Consultative Majlis
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution held a meeting this morning with the President and members of the Islamic Consultative Majlis. He said that the legislative assemblies of the world are similar in terms of legal weight; however, he stated, "The principal criterion for judging the assemblies of the world is their real weight, namely their objectives, direction of movement, and the positions they take. From this perspective, the position and dignity of the Islamic Consultative Majlis are unparalleled in the world. Of course, the continuance and preservation of this dignified and honourable status entails certain obligations and dos and don'ts, which the representatives of the Majlis must remain committed to."
Muslims' Leader of the world has emphasised in his message to pilgrims of the Holy House
In a message on the occasion of this year's Hajj season, Ayatollah Khamenei, Leader of the Islamic Revolution, described the pilgrimage and its enlightening lessons as the remedy for the pains of the Islamic world today. Referring to the crimes and atrocities of the Zionist regime in Gaza, he declared the most important duties of Islamic governments to be preventing the continuation of the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and pressuring the United States, as the regime's leading supporter, to stop its aid and support of the Zionist regime. Moreover, he requested Muslim nations to demand that their governments fulfil this duty.
Leader of Islamic Revolution Speaks on 36th Anniversary of Imam Khomeini's Passing
In a massive and fervent gathering at the holy shrine of Imam Khomeini (ra) this morning, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution elaborated upon the tangible impacts of the Islamic Revolution on today's global developments. He said, "With wisdom and reason rooted in faith, the great Imam placed the principles for the continuing powerful and dignified progress of the Revolution and the country under the fundamental concept of national independence. And it is through these very principles that our beloved Iran will achieve further progress, public welfare, lasting security, an elevated international standing, and a bright future."
