Iranian parliament speaker praises public steadfastness and military sacrifices

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has praised the steadfastness of the Iranian people and the sacrifices of the armed forces, saying they have created the conditions for a “historic victory.”

In a message posted on X platform, Ghalibaf addressed the public, saying “the heroic nation of Iran’s presence in the streets for 25 nights and the sacrifices of the armed forces have created the conditions for a historic victory for our beloved Iran.”

He added that no external power can impose ultimatums on Iran, stressing that the country would continue its course until its objectives are fully achieved.

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“Your children will not lose this opportunity until victory is fully achieved and the vicious cycle of war is ended,” he said.

In separate remarks, Ghalibaf pointed to Hezbollah’s recent military activity, stating that the group’s reported 87 operations in one night demonstrate that it is “more alive than ever.”

He said the operations, including “qualitative strikes”, had inflicted heavy losses on Israeli forces and equipment, adding that further developments could follow.

“Know that a stockpile of surprises is coming to you… so be prepared,” he said.

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