Leader hails mass nationwide rallies as blow to enemy plots
“Noble Iranian nation, today you accomplished a great task and marked a historic day. These massive gatherings, filled with firm resolve, foiled the plot of foreign enemies that was to be carried out by domestic mercenaries,” the message said.
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has praised nationwide rallies in support of the Islamic Republic, saying the mass turnout “made history” and foiled the enemies’ plot to destabilize the country through their domestic agents.
Ayatollah Khamenei made the remarks on Monday in a message to the Iranian public, following nationwide rallies in which participants condemned foreign‑linked riots and reaffirmed support for the Islamic Republic.
“Noble Iranian nation, today you accomplished a great task and marked a historic day. These massive gatherings, filled with firm resolve, foiled the plot of foreign enemies that was to be carried out by domestic mercenaries,” the message said.
The Leader added that the rallies showed the nation’s “determination and identity” to the enemies and served as a warning to US officials “to end their deceit and stop relying on treacherous mercenaries.”
Ayatollah Khamenei described the Iranian people as “strong, powerful, and aware,” saying they remain present and vigilant in times of crisis.
Peaceful protests over economic hardship last week escalated into riots, fueled by remarks by US and Israeli leaders, with armed groups damaging public property and causing casualties among civilians and security forces.
Security and judicial bodies say they have dismantled several armed cells and arrested foreign‑linked operatives during the unrest.
Ayatollah Khamenei said on Friday that the Islamic Republic “will not back down against vandals” and will not tolerate those acting as agents of foreign powers.
