“‘In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
In a powerful and resolute statement, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, directly addressed the nation, condemning the Israeli actions as a heinous “crime” that exposed the “dirty and bloody hand” and “evil nature” of the Zionist regime. He unequivocally declared, “The regime must expect a severe punishment.” Emphasizing the unwavering resolve of the Islamic Republic, Khamenei asserted that “the powerful hand of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces will not abandon it, God willing.” He swiftly announced that the successors and colleagues of the martyred commanders and scientists would “immediately resume their duties, God willing,” signaling continuity and defiance. Khamenei concluded his statement with a chilling warning, stating that “with this crime, the Zionist regime prepared a bitter and painful fate for itself and will definitely receive it.”
This statement is in the response of the today Israeli Attack on Iran
What Happened in Today’s Attack?
The fragile peace in Tehran was irrevocably shattered on June 13, 2025, as a series of devastating Israeli “preemptive strikes” ripped through the Iranian capital. Initial reports quickly confirmed widespread explosions, with Iranian state media detailing hits on critical military infrastructure, including the headquarters of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and tragically, residential areas. This brazen assault resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children, marking a grim escalation in the simmering regional conflict.
Amidst the chaos and unfolding tragedy, Iran Press TV confirmed the martyrdom of dozens, including prominent figures within the IRGC leadership. Foremost among them was Major General Hossein Salami, the venerated commander-in-chief of the IRGC, whose loss sent shockwaves through the nation. Alongside him, the attacks claimed the lives of General Gholam Ali Rashid, and esteemed nuclear scientists Dr. Tehranchi and Fereydoun Abbasi, underscoring the strategic nature and devastating impact of the strikes.
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This dramatic turn of events unfolded just days before a crucial sixth round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in Oman, casting a long shadow over diplomatic efforts and intensifying global anxieties. While the United States, pre-briefed by Israel, publicly distanced itself from direct involvement, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a stern warning to Iran against targeting American interests.
As Iraq closed its airspace and global oil prices surged, the world now braces for the unpredictable and potentially catastrophic repercussions of a day that has fundamentally reshaped the already volatile geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. The question now looms: how will Iran’s promised “severe punishment” manifest, and what will be the full extent of the “bitter and painful fate” that Ayatollah Khamenei has foretold?
