- Mojtaba Khamenei responded to a letter of allegiance from Hezbollah, stating that there is no path forward except jihad and resistance.
- Khamenei characterized Hezbollah's stance as unyielding and a beacon of liberation for oppressed communities globally.
- He described Hezbollah's resistance as standing like an unyielding rock against the 'savage aggression' of Israel and its allies.
- Khamenei emphasized that the continued resistance would ultimately lead to divine victory for those fighting for the cause of truth.
- He praised the resilience of the Lebanese population, particularly in southern regions, for their sacrifices in sustaining the resistance movement.
Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, commended Hezbollah for its unwavering stance against Israel, stating, "no path forward except jihad and resistance" remains. He highlighted the global discontent with the U.S. and its allies, asserting that continued resistance would lead to divine victory for those fighting for truth.14
Khamenei emphasized that the Islamic Republic considers defending Hezbollah and Lebanon's territorial integrity a strategic mandate. He stated, "any agreement to end the imposed war against the U.S. must include an end to Israeli aggression against Lebanon." His remarks come amid escalating regional tensions, reinforcing Tehran's political and ideological support for Hezbollah.
In a message responding to Hezbollah's pledge of allegiance, Khamenei praised the group's fighters for their patience, nobility, and self-sacrifice, describing them as an "unyielding rock" in the resistance against Israel. He paid tribute to fallen leaders, noting their sacrifices transformed Hezbollah from a "sapling into a mighty tree" that has brought honor to Lebanon across the Islamic world.2
Khamenei's statements signal Iran's linkage of any broader settlement to the cessation of Israeli military actions and the preservation of Lebanese integrity, reflecting a commitment to support Hezbollah amid ongoing conflicts in the region.
“Khamenei described Hezbollah as rooted in Islamic principles and scriptural promises, and said Iran’s defence of the group is a strategic mandate from the late Imam Khamenei. He also conditioned any end to the war on an unconditional halt to Israeli aggression and preservation of Lebanon’s territorial integrity.”
