Citypost News Desk
Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has delivered a stern message to the international community through the country’s state television, outlining Tehran’s stance on the ongoing tensions in the region.
The address was not delivered live. Instead, the message was read on Iran’s state broadcaster, conveying what officials described as the leader’s official position on the unfolding situation.
In the statement, the Iranian leader declared that the Strait of Hormuz could remain closed and may be deployed as a strategic instrument to exert pressure on adversaries.
He further warned that Iran would pursue compensation from its enemies for any damages suffered.
According to the message, failure to obtain such compensation could lead to retaliatory actions targeting the assets of those considered responsible.
The statement also indicated that Iran may activate additional fronts if hostilities continue, signaling the possibility of an expanded response beyond the current theater of tensions.
Additionally, the message warned that United States military bases across the region should be shut down, cautioning that they could become targets should the conflict escalate further.
The remarks reflect a hardline posture from Tehran and underscore the growing geopolitical tension in the Middle East, particularly around the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route.
