Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has addressed the nation ahead of the funeral ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, President Pezeshkian emphasized in his address that the name and ideals of the late leader will remain eternally etched in the historical memory of the Iranian people. He noted that during these mourning days, the public will once again demonstrate their unwavering commitment to their leader's vision and path.
Pezeshkian stressed that the principles of independence and resistance, which Ayatollah Khamenei championed throughout his life, will continue to be upheld by the will of the people, asserting that this "banner" will never fall. The head of state characterized the current period as a critical juncture in Iranian history, describing Khamenei as a symbol of the resistance movement and a tireless advocate for the nation's sovereignty.
The President concluded by stating that the late leader's ideological legacy will be remembered not only by the people of Iran but also by freedom-seeking individuals across the globe.
Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei served as the Supreme Leader of Iran for decades, playing a pivotal role in shaping the country's domestic and foreign policy. His leadership was defined by a strong emphasis on self-reliance, anti-imperialist rhetoric, and the consolidation of the Islamic Republic's political and religious institutions.
