Iran's Supreme Leader Claims Victory Over Israel and Criticizes US Involvement
Khamenei's Address Following Ceasefire
On Thursday, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei addressed the nation, celebrating what he described as a victory over Israel. He asserted that Iran's actions compelled the United States to engage in the conflict, suggesting that without Iran's intervention, the Israeli regime would have faced total destruction. This statement came during a televised interaction with the Iranian populace after a ceasefire was established between Iran and Israel.
Khamenei stated, "I extend my congratulations on our beloved Iran's triumph over the US regime. The US intervened directly in the conflict, fearing that the Zionist regime would be entirely obliterated. Their involvement aimed to rescue that regime, yet they accomplished nothing."
My congratulations on our dear Iran’s victory over the US regime. The US regime entered the war directly because it felt that if it didn’t, the Zionist regime would be completely destroyed. It entered the war in an effort to save that regime but achieved nothing.
— Khamenei.ir (@khamenei_ir) June 26, 2025
He emphasized that Iranian forces delivered a significant blow to the United States during the conflict, specifically mentioning an attack on the Al-Udeid Air Base.
In a post on X, he remarked, "The Islamic Republic dealt a severe blow to the US. It targeted and caused damage to the Al-Udeid Air Base, a crucial US facility in the region."
The Islamic Republic delivered a heavy slap to the US’s face. It attacked and inflicted damage on the Al-Udeid Air Base, which is one of the key US bases in the region.
— Khamenei.ir (@khamenei_ir) June 26, 2025
Khamenei issued a stern warning to adversaries, stating that any future aggression against Iran would come at a steep cost.
He further noted on X, "The Islamic Republic's ability to access key US installations in the region and act as deemed necessary is a crucial point. Such actions can be repeated in the future. If any aggression occurs, the enemy will undoubtedly face severe consequences."
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.ir (@khamenei_ir) June 26, 2025