Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a sharp warning during his Friday sermon, asserting that Israel “won't last long.” He extended his support to Palestinian and Lebanese groups opposing Israel, urging Muslims to aid Lebanon and its people. In front of a large crowd, Khamenei declared that Israel only survives due to American backing and predicted its eventual downfall.
In response, Israel’s Foreign Minister countered with a warning, stating that Israel has hidden surprises for Hezbollah as tensions rise amidst military offensives.
Khamenei also praised Iran's recent missile strike on Israel, calling it a “shining” achievement by Iran's armed forces. On Tuesday, Iran launched over 180 missiles at Israel in a rapid escalation of conflict. While Israel intercepted many of the missiles, Iran claimed that most hit their targets, though no immediate reports of casualties surfaced.
During his speech at Tehran's Mosalla mosque, Khamenei emphasized that the attacks on Israel were justified by law and Islamic beliefs. He urged resistance movements across the region, including in Lebanon and Palestine, to remain steadfast in their struggle.
Khamenei's remarks also included praise for the late Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was recently killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut. He described Nasrallah as a symbol of resistance and vowed that his legacy would continue to inspire the movement.
Iran Urges India to Intervene Amid Rising West Asia Tensions
With tensions in West Asia threatening to escalate into a full-scale conflict between Iran and Israel, Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, has called on India to step in and promote peace. Speaking to the media, Elahi emphasized, "India must seize this opportunity to convince Israel to halt its aggression and help bring peace and stability to the region."
The conflict has drawn the attention of global leaders, including Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and judiciary chief Mohsen Ejeie, who are actively addressing the situation alongside representatives of Hezbollah.
India's Concern Over West Asia Conflict
Meanwhile, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has expressed grave concern over the escalating situation involving Israel, Iran, and Lebanon. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, "It is crucial that this conflict does not expand into a wider regional crisis." He also confirmed that India is not currently conducting any evacuation operations from the affected nations, including Israel and Iran, amidst the rising tensions.
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