- Khamenei linked the end of Iran's conflict with the United States to a complete halt in Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
- Khamenei sees the defence of Lebanon's Hezbollah fighters as a "strategic mandate" and called for an unconditional end to Israeli aggression against Lebanon.
- Khamenei stated, "Today, as the nations of the world have grown weary of the tyranny and oppression of the US government and the criminal Zionists, who are the destroyers of lives and generations, there remains no path forward except jihad and resistance."
- Khamenei claimed that Hezbollah has stood as an "unyielding rock" against Israel and that this steadfastness is an inspiring message for the world's free nations.
- Khamenei paid tribute to Hezbollah fighters, including Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, and noted their sacrifices had elevated the group "from a sapling into a mighty tree."
Mojtaba Khamenei has reiterated Iran's commitment to Hezbollah, framing the group's defense as a strategic mandate. He emphasized that any peace with the United States hinges on a total cessation of Israeli aggression in Lebanon. Khamenei stated, "Today, as the nations of the world have grown weary of the tyranny and oppression of the US government and the criminal Zionists, who are the destroyers of lives and generations, there remains no path forward except jihad and resistance."12345
He praised Hezbollah's resilience, describing it as an "unyielding rock" in the fight against Israeli aggression, and noted that their sacrifices have transformed the group into a powerful symbol of resistance, bringing honor to Lebanon across the Islamic world. Khamenei's remarks underscore the Iranian leadership's view that the conflict in Lebanon is intrinsically linked to broader regional dynamics involving the US and Israel. He called for an unconditional end to hostilities, asserting that this is essential for any negotiations regarding Iran's relationship with the US.
Khamenei's statements reflect a deepening commitment to Hezbollah, which he claims has become an inspiring message for the world's free nations seeking liberation from what he terms "global arrogance."
“Khamenei emphasized that Hezbollah's defense is a 'strategic mandate' and praised its fighters as an 'unyielding rock' against Israel. He also noted that their sacrifices have transformed the group 'from a sapling into a mighty tree,' symbolizing strength for the Islamic world.”
