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Al Bawaba
29-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Khamenei slams Western nuclear demands as 'pretext' amid Rising U.S.–Iran tensions
Published July 29th, 2025 - 03:47 GMT 'The world has now seen, up close, the true power of the Islamic Republic,' he said. — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) July 29, 2025 During the commemoration ceremony for the martyrs, Khamenei described the recent war as a clear demonstration of the Islamic Republic's resilience and strength, highlighting the unwavering foundation of the Iranian state. He emphasized that the root of external hostility lies in opposition to the Iranian nation's faith, knowledge, and unity. "By God's grace," he said, "the Iranian people will never abandon their commitment to religious values or to expanding knowledge. Despite the enemy's efforts, Iran will rise to new heights of progress and honor." Offering condolences to the families of those killed, military commanders, scientists, and civilians, Khamenei added that the 12-day conflict not only brought the Iranian nation recognition for its achievements, but also proved to the world its resolve, steadfastness, and strength. 'The world has now seen, up close, the true power of the Islamic Republic,' he said. His remarks came just a day after former U.S. President Donald Trump warned that any resumption of Iranian nuclear activity would trigger swift retaliation. 'We eliminated their nuclear capabilities,' Trump told reporters during a visit to Scotland. 'They may resume the program again—and if they do, we will destroy it in a heartbeat.' Tensions have flared in recent weeks. On June 13, Israel launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in Tehran, accusing Iran of posing an existential threat. Also Read US airstrikes destroyed only one of three Iranian nuclear sites The U.S. reportedly backed the strikes and hit key enrichment sites at Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz. The attacks came just two days before the scheduled sixth round of U.S.–Iran nuclear talks—talks already strained by deep disagreements over uranium enrichment. While Tehran insists on its right to enrich uranium, Washington views this as a red line. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Iran remains the only non-nuclear, armed country enriching uranium up to 60% purity, far beyond the 3.67% limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal, which the U.S. unilaterally abandoned in 2018 under Trump's first term. Enriching uranium to 90% is required to build a nuclear weapon. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned Trump's remarks as inflammatory and disrespectful. 'Iran, a nation with a rich culture rooted in 7,000 years of civilization, will never respond to the language of threat and intimidation,' he stated. 'Iranians have never bowed to foreign powers—we respond only to respect.' © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
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First Post
06-07-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Iran's Khamenei makes first public appearance since onset of conflict with Israel, attends mourning event
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appeared in public for the first time since the conflict with Israel began, ending weeks of speculation over his absence during rising regional tensions. read more Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance on Saturday, 5 July, since the conflict between Iran and Israel began, according to state media. The 86-year-old leader had been out of public view during weeks of growing regional tensions. State TV showed Khamenei greeting worshippers at the Imam Khomeini Mosque in central Tehran during a ceremony marking the eve of Ashura, an important Shia Muslim observance. He appeared on stage dressed in black, while the crowd raised their fists and chanted slogans like 'The blood in our veins for our leader!' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The moment when the Leader of the Islamic Revolution entered the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah to attend the fourth night of mourning ceremonies on eve of Ashura, July 5, 2025. — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) July 5, 2025 Khamenei, who has held power since 1989 and has the final say on all state matters, had not been seen publicly since before Israel launched surprise air strikes on 13 June. His last public engagement was a meeting with members of parliament two days before the Israeli attacks. Although Khamenei released a recorded video statement last week in which he claimed Iran had dealt 'a slap to America's face' by striking a US airbase in Qatar and warned against further attacks, Saturday's event was his first live public appearance since the 12-day conflict began.
News18
06-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei Makes First Public Appearance Since Israel War
Last Updated: State television footage showed Khamenei greeting worshippers at the Imam Khomeini Mosque in central Tehran during a ceremony held on the eve of Ashura Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has made his first public appearance since the onset of his country's conflict with Israel, as reported by state media. This notable emergence on Saturday, July 5, marks a return to public visibility for the 86-year-old leader, whose absence had been observed amid increasing regional tensions. State television footage showed Khamenei greeting worshippers at the Imam Khomeini Mosque in central Tehran during a ceremony held on the eve of Ashura, a deeply significant Shia festival. Khamenei was shown on stage, dressed in black, while the crowd, with raised fists, chanted slogans such as 'The blood in our veins for our leader!" The moment when the Leader of the Islamic Revolution entered the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah to attend the fourth night of mourning ceremonies on eve of Ashura, July 5, 2025. — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) July 5, 2025 Having been in power since 1989 and possessing the final say on all state matters, Khamenei had not been seen in public since before Israel launched a series of unexpected air strikes on June 13. His last recorded public engagement before the conflict was a meeting with parliament members two days prior to the Israeli strikes. Although he had released a pre-recorded video statement last week, in which he claimed Tehran had delivered a 'slap to America's face" by striking a US airbase in Qatar and warned against further attacks, this was his first live public appearance since the 12-day conflict began. The timing of his reappearance is particularly symbolic, coinciding with the solemn observances of Muharram and the eve of Ashura. Ashura, observed on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram (falling on Sunday, July 6), commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, a revered figure in Shia Islam. This period is characterised by deep mourning, religious ceremonies, and public processions, making it a crucial time for religious and political messaging in Iran. (With agency inputs) First Published: July 06, 2025, 06:30 IST
Al Manar
04-06-2025
- General
- Al Manar
Imam Khamenei: US Can't Do a Damn Thing on Nuclear Issue
Leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei dismissed on Wednesday US plans for the Islamic Republic's nuclear industry, stressing that Tehran will maintain its uranium enrichment activities. In a televised address on the 36th anniversary of the passing of the founder of the Islamic Republic Imam Sayyed Rouhullah Mousawi Khomeini, Imam Khamenei said the US proposals for Iran's nuclear issue 'totally contradicts the 'We Can' doctrine.' 'The first word of the US is that Iran should not have a nuclear industry and should rely on the United States. Our response to the US' nonsense is clear: they cannot do a damn thing in this matter.' The moment when Imam Khamenei entered the Mausoleum of Imam Khomeini to deliver his speech on the occasion of the 36th anniversary of Imam Khomeini's demise on June 4, 2025. — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) June 4, 2025 US media reports said Tuesday the Trump administration is proposing an arrangement that would permit 'limited low-level uranium enrichment on Iranian soil for a to-be-determined period of time.' Commenting on such report, Imam Khamenei stressed that uranium enrichment 'is the key to the nuclear issue, and the enemies have also put their fingers on enrichment.' Imam Khamenei said Iran has achieved a complete nuclear fuel cycle with great efforts, adding the nuclear industry is not just for energy. 'The nuclear industry is a parent industry. Numerous scientific fields are affected by the nuclear industry,' he addressed crowds at the mausoleum of Imam Khomeini in southern Tehran. Imam Khomeini Great Leader Meanwhile, Imam Khamenei said Iran, with a growing, stable and authoritative political system born of a great revolution under the leadership of Imam Khomeini, surprised the Western world. 'The leader of our revolution is a great man whose presence in the world is still tangible after thirty-odd years since his passing, and the impact of his revolution is clearly visible to people around the world,' his imminence said. 'The sharp decline in America's position in the world is due to his presence, and hatred of Zionists is due to his revolution,' he added. Imam Khamenei touched on 'a movement towards aversion to Western values' in the world, saying it is rooted in the revolution created by Imam Khomeini. 'The Islamic Revolution of Iran surprised the Western world. They did not think that a single cleric, without equipment and financial resources, could lead a nation into battle,' his eminence added.
Al Manar
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Imam Khamenei: Trump's Remarks Source of Disgrace for Himself, Americans
Iran's Supreme Leader Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei condemned recent statements made by US President Donald Trump during his Persian Gulf tour, describing them as 'a source of disgrace' for both Trump and the American people. Speaking to educators gathered in Tehran, Imam Khamenei dismissed Trump's remarks as beneath response. 'The level of Trump's remarks is so low that it is a source of embarrassment for the speaker and a source of disgrace for the American nation,' he declared. Leader directly challenged Trump's claim of using power for peace, calling it a lie. 'He and American officials, US administrations, used power in order to massacre Gaza, to wage war wherever they could, and to support their own mercenaries,' Khamenei stated. US didn't use power for peace, rather it used power for massacre in #Gaza — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) May 17, 2025 While acknowledging that power could be utilized for peace—explaining Iran's daily efforts to strengthen its national capabilities—Imam Khamenei accused the US of misusing its influence. He cited American support for 'Israel', particularly in providing weapons used against civilians in Gaza and Lebanon. The US lies as to use power for peace: The US president and officials use power for massacre in Gaza Imam Khamenei, met with a number of teachers and educators from across the country on May 17, 2025 in the Imam Khomeini (ra) Hussainiyah. ⏬ — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) May 17, 2025 Imam Khamenei characterized 'Israel' as 'a dangerous and malignant cancerous tumor' that 'must and will be uprooted' from the region, identifying it as the source of regional instability. The leader also rejected Trump's model for Arab states, which suggests these nations cannot survive without American support. 'This model has definitely failed,' Imam Khamenei asserted, predicting that 'with the struggles of regional nations, the US must and will leave this region.'
