70 speeches across 1 years
Khamenei discusses global events, highlighting Eastern Europe's collapse and US aggression, urging nations to learn from these lessons and resist arrogance.
Khamenei recounts Unity Week's pre-revolution origins from direct Sunni-Shia dialogue, emphasizing Muslim brotherhood across sects as a foundational Islamic principle.
Khamenei emphasizes unity between seminaries and universities, arguing that science and religion must progress together to counter global arrogance.
Khamenei reflects on Fatimah Zahra as an exemplary figure for all believers, drawing lessons from her brief but profoundly courageous and principled life in history.
Khamenei reaffirms the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution as a vital institution Imam Khomeini established to guide Iran's intellectual transformation.
Khamenei honors doctors and nurses for their wartime service, stressing that the true value of healthcare workers became most visible during the years of conflict.
Khamenei addresses the Assembly of Representatives of Clergy in Qom, emphasizing the need for seminary reform and the role of scholars in Islamic governance.
Khamenei praises Foundation for the Oppressed officials for maintaining revolutionary enthusiasm years after the revolution's early days, urging continued service.
Khamenei tells Basij fighters that every hour they spent on the frontlines constitutes a lifetime of history, with their sacrifices preserved in the nation's record.
Khamenei's message honors the Basij formation anniversary, celebrating warriors who combined battlefield courage with spiritual devotion, from youth to elderly.
Khamenei declares Islam is growing globally as societies weary of tyranny and materialism increasingly turn toward Islamic ideals and spiritual governance worldwide.
Khamenei addresses IRGC university graduates, comparing the Revolutionary Guards to a Quranic blessed tree with firm roots and fruit-bearing heavenly branches.
Khamenei argues that martyrdom today holds greater value than in many periods of Islamic history, given the intensified modern enmity arrayed against Islam.
Khamenei emphasizes the role of artists in promoting Islamic values, urging them to enhance their artistic substance to support the Islamic Revolution.
Khamenei reflects on the 13th of Aban anniversary and Youth Day, urging students to grasp the deeper spiritual and political meaning of the revolutionary movement.
Khamenei appoints Ali Shamkhani as Navy commander, transferring him from IRGC to Army to strengthen cohesion between Iran's two major combat organizations.
Khamenei endorses a seminar on women's revolutionary role as envisioned by Imam Khomeini, urging pursuit of women's rightful position in Islamic society.
Khamenei encourages visually impaired youth to recognize their abilities, insisting that the path to progress remains fully open regardless of physical limitations.
Khamenei discusses global arrogance and the Islamic Republic's resistance, urging unity and trust in leadership to counter foreign pressures.
Khamenei urges officials to embody the Prophet and Imam Sadiq's teachings in action, stressing that merely claiming their heritage without practice is insufficient.
Khamenei declares this the era of the Quran, arguing that humanity's failed secular experiments across centuries are now turning nations toward monotheism and faith.
Khamenei explains the meaning of Islamic unity during Unity Week, arguing that Muslim brotherhood must transcend sectarian differences to confront shared enemies.
Khamenei addresses military graduates post-Iran-Iraq War, urging armed forces to reorganize and strengthen, warning that victory does not permit complacency.
Khamenei addresses institutions serving the deprived on the eternal struggle between truth and falsehood, urging spiritual clarity in service to the oppressed.
Khamenei meets Afghan Mojahedin leaders, framing the Afghan struggle as an Islamic duty transcending politics, with the entire Muslim world watching their actions.
Khamenei defends the post-war status of warriors and Basij forces, rejecting enemy narratives that veterans become irrelevant once the battlefield falls silent.
Khamenei emphasizes the importance of strengthening Iran's military forces, urging unity between the army and IRGC to counter external threats effectively.
Khamenei urges the Red Crescent and Martyrs Foundation to serve martyrs' families with excellence, recognizing them as the most valuable members of Iranian society.
Khamenei's message to IRGC and Basij commanders praises Imam Khomeini's legacy of nurturing devoted fighters who shine as stars of virtue amid global materialism.
Khamenei discusses defending the revolution as both simple through pure instinct and complex when personal interests cloud one's ability to discern true priorities.
Khamenei emphasizes the judiciary's role in establishing justice, urging independence, adherence to Islamic laws, and prioritizing societal issues.
Khamenei commemorates the 7th of Tir and 8th of Shahrivar martyrdoms, reflecting on both the tragedy and the transformative lessons these pivotal events hold.
Khamenei emphasizes mutual responsibility between government and people, urging support for officials while maintaining Islamic ideals alongside material progress.
Khamenei tells Lebanese and Iranian audiences that preserving divine blessings like independence, faith, and resistance requires greater effort than obtaining them.
Khamenei discusses the challenges and successes of Iran's diplomatic efforts, emphasizing adherence to Islamic principles and revolutionary diplomacy.
Khamenei addresses families of war prisoners and missing persons, emphasizing their role in preserving the revolution's dignity and resisting enemy pressure.
Khamenei bids farewell to Mousavi's cabinet, reflecting on years of cooperation during difficult governance and expressing hope for the Islamic Republic's future.
Khamenei reflects on eight years heading the Presidency, expressing pride in the small but prominent apparatus that faithfully served the Islamic Republic.
Khamenei accepts the Supreme Leadership from the Assembly of Experts, describing the role as a divine test and a heavy responsibility requiring collective support.
Khamenei inaugurates Hashemi Rafsanjani as president at the historic Jamaran Hosseiniyeh, marking a new chapter for the Islamic Republic after Khomeini's passing.
Khamenei emphasizes the importance of Muharram in preserving Islamic values, urging unity and vigilance against global arrogance, and honoring Imam Khomeini's legacy.
Khamenei thanks veterans and Basij forces building Imam Khomeini's shrine, honoring their continued sacrifice and devotion to preserving his memory for the nation.
Khamenei praises Isfahan province for its contributions during the Iran-Iraq War, honoring scholars, martyrs' families, and the city's pivotal revolutionary role.
Khamenei delivers a Friday prayer sermon on piety and national affairs, urging Muslims to organize their lives according to Islamic principles and divine guidance.
Khamenei addresses Muslims from around the world, emphasizing Islamic unity and bonds among Muslims worldwide as central to Iran's revolutionary Islamic vision.
Khamenei addresses people of Khuzestan and Golpayegan, honoring their wartime sacrifices and describing Khomeini's loss as a tragedy for all oppressed nations.
Khamenei highlights Imam Khomeini's recorded satisfaction with the Iranian nation's loyalty, calling their demonstrated sincerity and devotion a historic achievement.
Khamenei addresses Mashhad seminary scholars, praising their steadfast role in the Islamic movement and urging continued dedication to scholarly and religious duty.
Khamenei draws lessons from Imam Baqir's life for the post-Khomeini era, highlighting tireless scholarly work and devotion as a model for sustaining the revolution.
Khamenei urges IRGC commanders to fill the void left by Khomeini's passing, stressing that those with the greatest devotion bear the heaviest responsibility.
Khamenei lauds intelligence ministry officials for their silent devotion, noting Imam Khomeini's unprecedented personal attention to the intelligence apparatus.
Khamenei urges the Iranian nation to seize opportunities arising from the crisis of Khomeini's passing, turning collective grief into renewed national resolve.
Khamenei praises Iranian women's vital role in the revolution and Iran-Iraq War, declaring that without their support, these historic victories could not have occurred.
Khamenei calls for reviewing Imam Khomeini's lessons, describing his personality as a brilliant essence that influenced the entire world and reshaped Islamic history.
Khamenei tells merchants and farmers that all Muslims are indebted to Islam, emphasizing their faith-based responsibility toward society and the Islamic system.
Khamenei highlights Sunni-Shia unity among Kurdish and Persian communities, declaring their solidarity a clear defeat for enemies of the Islamic Republic.
Khamenei outlines the revolution's two dimensions: transforming Iran internally toward Islamic life, and externally confronting Western cultural domination worldwide.
Khamenei addresses leadership transition post-Khomeini, emphasizing unity, vigilance against enemy plots, and the role of Friday prayers in societal cohesion.
Khamenei reflects on the revolution's history, identifying two constants: the relentless malice of enemies and the deep, unparalleled faith and sincerity of Iranians.
Khamenei describes how Muslims worldwide feel orphaned by Khomeini's passing, emphasizing the global scope of the Islamic community's collective grief and mourning.
Khamenei discusses the strategic importance of Iranian tribes as border guardians, addressing their sensitive role in national security and territorial integrity.
Khamenei tells mourners the void left by Imam Khomeini may not be filled for years, yet their shared grief unites the nation despite geographic distance and differences.
Khamenei honors the judiciary and families of 7th of Tir martyrs, recognizing their sacrifice as pivotal to the revolution alongside Lorestan's enduring devotion.
Khamenei compares the Basij-Khomeini bond to a father and child, honoring the twenty-million-strong volunteer force's battlefield sacrifices and wartime devotion.
Khamenei highlights workers' unique dual role in the revolution: defending the nation on the battlefield while sustaining the country's vital production and economy.
Khamenei tells clergy they are the spiritual heirs of Imam Khomeini just as religious scholars inherit from the prophets, bearing special revolutionary duty.
Khamenei praises Iran's intelligence apparatus for earning Imam Khomeini's trust, emphasizing faith-based service and the unique role of Islamic intelligence work.
Khamenei calls on security forces to preserve Imam Khomeini's revolutionary legacy, emphasizing unity, Islamic values, and resilience against global arrogance.
Khamenei frames Imam Khomeini's passing as a divine trial for Iran, urging teachers and students to respond with unity, commitment to education, and faith.
Khamenei addresses students during the critical transition after Khomeini's death, discussing fundamental national issues and the country's political future.