The most important legacy of the martyred leader is steadfastness against the pressure of global powers

Salman Khurshid, former Foreign Minister of India, who had traveled to Tehran to participate in the funeral ceremonies of the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution, in an interview with the Taghrib News Agency (TNA), described his presence at the ceremony as a tribute to a personality who, according to him, uniquely combined spirituality, ethics, and politics.

Referring to the consequences of the recent war against Iran, he stated that these developments affected not only Iran, but the entire West Asia and many countries of the Global South.

Khurshid, emphasizing that the martyred leader of the Islamic Revolution had placed politics under the domain of spirituality, added: "He sacrificed his life for his principles and beliefs, and this characteristic has made him an inspiring role model for future generations."

He considered the most important legacy of the martyred leader to be steadfastness against the pressure of global powers, and said: "Whenever nations face external obstacles in achieving fundamental changes and defending their ideals, they must remain firm with faith and belief in their path."

The former Indian Foreign Minister also, referring to Western countries' view of Iran, stated that many negative perceptions of Iran are the result of the narrative of powers that dominate the international space. In his view, the security and strategic issues of each country must be analyzed in the context of its own conditions and surrounding environment.

In conclusion, referring to the historical background of Iran-India relations, he emphasized the necessity of preserving and strengthening the longstanding ties between the two nations, and said: "Iran and India have been connected in culture and civilization for centuries. We must keep this common heritage alive and strengthen it for future generations."