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In his first statement after taking office, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei called for national unity and warned that US military bases in the region should be shut down immediately, saying they would otherwise become targets. He said Iran would continue to act against American bases while maintaining friendly relations with neighbouring countries.

Khamenei also said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed as part of efforts to put pressure on Iran’s enemies, adding that the move was aimed at countering what he described as aggression against the country. The remarks marked his first public message since assuming leadership following the escalation of the ongoing conflict.

Khamenei said the country would avenge those killed in the conflict, vowing that the blood of its martyrs would not go unanswered.

He also thanked the country’s armed forces, saying their efforts had prevented Iran from being dominated or divided during the ongoing attacks.

In his remarks, Khamenei praised what he described as the bravery of Iranian fighters, stating that they were performing their duties at a time when the country was facing intense pressure.

He also said Iran would continue to respond to the attacks and vowed that the deaths of those killed in the conflict would not go unanswered. “We will avenge the blood of our martyrs,” he added.