Khamenei Claims Victory Against Israel, Congrats Iranians Saying ‘Zionist Regime Collapsed and Crushed’

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei addressed the nation following the ceasefire, declaring a resounding victory over Israel. In a strongly worded statement, he congratulated the Iranian people and allied forces, asserting that the “Zionist regime has collapsed and been crushed” as a result of their resistance. His remarks marked Tehran’s first official response since the truce was declared.

Taking to X, Khamenei began his message by saying he felt it necessary to extend several congratulations to the Iranian nation. 

In the opening lines of his message, he praised what he described as a triumph over Israel. “First, congratulations on the victory over the fake Zionist regime,” he said. “With all that clamor and all those claims, the Zionist regime, under the blows of the Islamic Republic, has nearly collapsed and been crushed.”

In his second point, Khamenei congratulated Iran on what he called a victory over the United States accusing it of entering the conflict directly to prevent the complete destruction of Israel. 

According to Khamenei, the intervention yielded no results, and the Islamic Republic once again emerged victorious, delivering what he described as a hard slap to America’s face.

He further stated that, "The fact that the Islamic Republic has access to key US centers in the region and can take action whenever it deems necessary is a significant matter. Such an action can be repeated in the future too. Should any aggression occur, the enemy will definitely pay a heavy price."
 

Khamenei then turned to the Iranian people, offering his third and final note of praise. He hailed the nearly 90-million-strong nation for standing united in support of the country’s armed forces. 

“United, with one voice, standing shoulder to shoulder, the Iranian nation demonstrated its distinguished character and showed that, when necessary, this nation will be heard as One Voice.” His words aimed to bolster national pride, showcasing public solidarity as a key force behind Iran’s perceived victory.

In addition to this message, Khamenei is expected to deliver a major televised address soon. 

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