With Faith in God, Iranian Nation Delivered a Harsh Blow to the Enemy

In an interview with Taghrib News Agency, Arefi described the Islamic Republic of Iran as an independent and free nation rooted in Islamic values—one that has always contributed to global peace and stability. In contrast, he said, Zionist and American forces, despite their claims of supporting freedom, have continuously threatened regional and international security and acted outside the bounds of international law.

He added that the aggressive actions of the “usurping Zionist regime” and the “criminal United States,” carried out in coordination, expose the hypocrisy of their human rights rhetoric. Their recent attacks, he said, have violated all humanitarian and legal boundaries.

The Sunni cleric condemned the killing of Iranian commanders, armed forces personnel, and innocent civilians—including many women and children—as clear evidence of the disregard shown by the U.S. and Israel for international norms.

“These crimes will not go unanswered,” he declared. “Iran’s brave and committed forces have already delivered crushing responses, and God willing, they will continue to do so.”

Quoting the Qur’an again, Arefi reiterated that divine victory belongs to the Islamic Ummah and that the Iranian people, guided by faith and leadership, will never abandon their defense of the nation.

He concluded by invoking the legacy of Iran’s eight-year Sacred Defense, stating:
“This nation has defended its homeland with tooth and nail. Our armed forces are fully committed and will never allow even an inch of this land to fall into enemy hands. By God’s grace, the enemy will be brought to its knees, and the Islamic nation will prevail.”