Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi calls for unity and steadfastness in ‘sacred resistance’ against enemy
Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, in a message on Tuesday, called on the Iranian nation to maintain its unity and perseverance amid the US-Israeli war of aggression, describing it as a "sacred and historic resistance" against the "front of infidelity and corruption."
In his message, the Qom-based top-ranking cleric urged the different segments of society, including the general public, armed forces, and government officials, to continue on their current path with resolve as the war imposed on the Islamic Republic nears 40 days.
He specifically called for the preservation of national unity, the avoidance of any divisive issues, and strict adherence to the guidelines of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
In the first of five key points, Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi expressed gratitude to the country's defenders, including military, law enforcement, security, and Basij forces. He praised their self-sacrifice and unwavering faith in maintaining the nation's security and independence.
He also thanked emergency responders, medical personnel, and others, including officials, relevant institutions, and popular revolutionary groups, for their services during the war.
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The senior cleric emphasized that the widespread and conscious presence of the people on the scene has played a crucial role in neutralizing the conspiracies of enemies.
He described this public participation as a "great asset" for the country and a determining factor in achieving national goals, urging that this presence be maintained with the same enthusiasm and awareness.
Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi also highlighted the role of allied forces and resistance movements in the region, describing their efforts as a manifestation of divine assistance that has bewildered and incapacitated the enemies.
He specifically mentioned the resistance forces in Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen and Syria.
Despite pressures and sustained blows, he noted, these forces have appeared on the field in a surprising way, which he attributed solely to divine power and grace.
The cleric acknowledged hardships and sacrifices, but asserted that the Iranian nation currently holds the "upper hand on the battlefield and in the social arena."
He warned that the enemy will likely intensify pressures in an attempt to shake national resolve. However, he expressed confidence that the steadfastness of the Iranian nation would once again disappoint and defeat the enemy.
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