How Khamenei Countered US-Israel Strikes and Strengthened Iran’s Defense, Says Larijani

Monday, April 20, 2026  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, swiftly replaced assassinated commanders and personally guided military operations, turning the balance in the US-Israel conflict, according to National Security Council Secretary Larijani.

How Khamenei Countered US-Israel Strikes and Strengthened Iran’s Defense, Says Larijani

Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, told a Lebanese network that Ayatollah Khamenei disrupted the balance in the war with the United States and Israel. On the first day, many of Iran’s commanders were assassinated, but Khamenei quickly replaced them.

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According to Saed News citing ISNA, when the Americans brazenly demanded, “You must surrender,” Khamenei firmly responded, “We will not surrender and will counter with full strength,” while the armed forces defended with courage and determination. Khamenei acted like a military commander in the operations room, offering guidance and advice on many matters.