Iran well-equipped in diplomatic and military fields: Leader

According to Saed News, during a Wednesday meeting with senior judiciary officials, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei underscored Iran’s dual preparedness to employ both diplomatic channels and military force should Washington or Tel Aviv initiate further aggression. Reflecting on the recent 12‑day conflict—halting only at U.S. suggestion—Khamenei praised the “magnificent unity” displayed by the Iranian people, crediting national resolve and “self‑confidence” for repelling superior adversaries.

He stressed that Iran’s strategic victory lay not in emotive fervor but in cohesive national determination. “We possess all necessary tools—reasoning and military capability alike,” the Leader asserted, warning foes that Iran would never enter any arena as the weaker party. He characterized Israel as “a cancer” and the U.S. as complicit “criminals,” yet emphasized Tehran’s preference for stability over conflict.

Highlighting Iran’s retaliatory strike on Qatar’s Al Udeid Airbase—described as a “highly sensitive and strategic blow”—Khamenei hinted that even more consequential strikes remain within Iran’s arsenal. He noted that media blackouts have concealed the full impact of these operations, poised to become evident once lifted.

Turning to domestic vigilance, the Leader lauded the judiciary’s role in pursuing alleged war crimes by the “Zionist regime,” urging meticulous legal action through both international and domestic tribunals. Quoting the Quran, he reminded officials that divine support favors those who “help Him,” reinforcing his vow that Iran, under the banner of Islam, will emerge victorious.