Tehran: Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Parliamentary Commission has issued a stern warning, stating that any attack on the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would be treated as an act of war against the wider Muslim world.
According to reports from Iranian media outlets, members of the parliamentary commission emphasized that targeting the Supreme Leader would cross a red line with far-reaching consequences. They warned that such an act would not be viewed as an isolated incident, but as an assault with serious religious and geopolitical implications.
The commission further stated that in the event of such an attack, prominent Islamic scholars would respond by issuing a fatwa calling for jihad, urging Muslims across different regions to react accordingly. Iranian officials stressed that the response would not be limited to Iran alone, but could mobilize supporters throughout the Muslim world.
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This strong statement follows remarks attributed to a former United States ambassador to Israel, who reportedly suggested that former US President Donald Trump might consider targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader. Although the claim has not been officially confirmed, it has sparked heightened concern and sharp reactions within Iran.
Observers note that the allegation has contributed to rising tensions in an already volatile region, further straining relations between Iran and the United States. Analysts warn that inflammatory statements or unverified claims could escalate hostilities at a time when diplomatic relations remain fragile.
Iranian authorities have reiterated that any threat to their top leadership would be met with what they describe as a decisive and wide-ranging response, underscoring the seriousness with which Tehran views such claims.
