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Speech in Meeting with Freed Clergy and Students

Khamenei honors freed seminarian POWs who combined religious study with battlefield action, defying decades of efforts to marginalize Shia clergy from public life.

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Meeting with a Group of Esteemed Families of Martyrs, Veterans, Freed Captives, and Brave People of the Nation

Khamenei tells freed captives they carry the honor of their youthful years spent in service, preserving the living fragrance of jihad and sacred defense for Iran.

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Statements in Meeting with the Minister of Health and Heads of Medical Universities Nationwide

Khamenei addresses health officials, emphasizing the importance of Islamic values in medical education and the need for sincere commitment to the nation.

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18 min read

Statements in Meeting with Officials of the Foundation for the Oppressed and Disabled of the Islamic Revolution

Khamenei outlines principles for the Foundation for the Oppressed: economic integrity, clean management, and directing all resources toward the disabled and deprived.

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Speech in Meeting with State and Military Officials and Guests Attending the Islamic Unity Conference

Khamenei addresses the Islamic Unity Conference on the Prophet's birthday, urging rapprochement between Islamic schools of thought to resist colonial-era divisions.

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10 min read

Statements of His Eminence in the Gathering of Students and Graduates of the Military Sciences University

Khamenei tells military graduates that the post-war era demands armed forces reorganize, modernize, and strengthen, warning that victory does not permit complacency.

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Statements in Meeting with Central Council of Representatives of the Supreme Leader in Universities and Office Heads

Khamenei charges university guardianship representatives with combating intellectual deviations on campuses, calling universities a critical ideological battleground.

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Meeting with the People of Lorestan and Khuzestan Accompanied by a Group of National Officials

Khamenei tells people of Lorestan and Khuzestan that literacy work is a form of jihad, outlining specific duties for various revolutionary institutions and organizations.

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Speech in Meeting with Commanders of the Revolutionary Guards and Heads of the Offices of the Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist in the Guards

Khamenei emphasizes faith and piety in the Revolutionary Guards, urging adherence to Islamic principles and spiritual readiness for future challenges.

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38 min read

Statements in Meeting with Hujjat al-Islam Abu Torabi after Release from Captivity

Khamenei warmly reunites with Hujjat al-Islam Abu Torabi after a decade in captivity, recalling their shared revolutionary history from Mashhad to the warfront.

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Statements in Meeting with Central Council Members of Jihad University on the Anniversary of Its Establishment

Khamenei celebrates Jihad University's founding anniversary, praising the institution for combining sincere motivation with intelligent service to the revolution.

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Meeting with Freed Prisoners, Officials of the Foundation of the Oppressed and Disabled, and the Ministry of Education

Khamenei describes freed prisoners as the Josephs of Islamic Iran, declaring that patience, resistance, and sacrifice in the path of God bear the sweetest fruits.

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12 min read

Speech in Meeting with a Large Group of Freed Prisoners

Khamenei welcomes freed prisoners, declaring they returned victorious and Islam honored, comparing the past twelve years of events to cumulative divine trials.

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Statements in Meeting with the President and Cabinet Members on the Eve of Government Week

Khamenei honors martyred leaders Bahonar and Rajaei during Government Week, congratulating the cabinet on successfully completing its challenging first year of service.

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Speech in Meeting with a Large Group of Freed Prisoners, Accompanied by Hojjatoleslam Hashemi Rafsanjani

Khamenei welcomes freed prisoners of war home, expressing the nation's collective joy while lamenting that Imam Khomeini could not witness their victorious return.

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Speech in Meeting with Officials of the Martyrs Foundation, University Professors and Students, and Various Segments of the People

Khamenei emphasizes self-reform and spiritual purification as essential for societal change, condemning global arrogance and urging unity against oppression.

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Statements in Meeting with the Minister and Officials of the Ministry of Culture and Higher Education and University Presidents

Khamenei discusses higher education challenges with university officials, emphasizing the need for a revolutionary academic environment rooted in Islamic values.

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14 min read

Statements in Meeting with Officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting

Khamenei emphasizes the role of Iranian broadcasting as a university for revolutionary Islam, urging officials to reflect the system's principles and counter enemy propaganda.

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Statements in Meeting with Officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassadors, and Chargés d'Affaires of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Khamenei instructs ambassadors and Foreign Ministry officials that Iran's diplomacy must stay rooted in Islamic principles and Khomeini's revolutionary foreign policy.

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18 min read

Statements in Meeting with Members of the Assembly of Experts

Khamenei addresses the Assembly of Experts on the Islamic system's overall health, reflecting on Imam Khomeini's vision for governance stability and continuity.

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14 min read

Speech in Meeting with Officials and Executives of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on the Occasion of Eid al-Ghadir

Khamenei marks the fifteenth century since the declaration at Ghadir Khumm, calling Eid al-Ghadir one of Islam's greatest celebrations of divine guardianship.

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Appointment of Hojjat al-Islam Mohammad Araqi as Representative of the Guardianship in the IRGC

Khamenei appoints Hojjat al-Islam Mohammad Araqi as his representative in the IRGC, praising his scholarly credentials, revolutionary experience, and deep piety.

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Statements in Meeting with the Head and Officials of the Judiciary

Khamenei calls the judiciary the institution most deserving of investment, declaring faithful and efficient judges the cornerstone of the Islamic governance system.

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Statements in Meeting with Members of the June 7 Ceremony Organizing Committee

Khamenei analyzes the June 7 bombing as revealing multiple dimensions: the ruthlessness of revolutionary enemies and the deep faith and resilience of Iran's nation.

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Speech in Meeting with Foreign Guests on the First Anniversary of Imam Khomeini's (may his soul be sanctified) Passing

Khamenei addresses foreign guests on the first anniversary of Imam Khomeini's passing, urging the Islamic Ummah to continue the path he opened with resolve.

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Speech on the Occasion of Imam Reza's (peace be upon him) Birthday with Various People of Khorasan

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of unity and construction in Iran, urging support for the government and maintaining the revolutionary spirit among Muslims.

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Speech in Meeting with the Mourning People of Rafsanjan on the Anniversary of Imam Khomeini's Passing

Khamenei tells Rafsanjan mourners that Khomeini's lasting power came from his spirituality and self-discipline, urging all Iranians to emulate his self-building path.

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Message on the First Anniversary of the Passing of Imam Khomeini (may his soul be sanctified)

Khamenei reflects on Imam Khomeini's legacy, emphasizing the Islamic Republic's resilience and the importance of unity and adherence to Islamic principles.

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Speech at the Meeting with Guests and Participants of the Global Conference of Ahlul-Bayt (Peace be upon them)

Khamenei addresses the Global Ahlul-Bayt Conference, calling for Muslim solidarity around the Prophet's family as a unifying force across the entire Islamic world.

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10 min read

Statements of His Eminence at the Ceremony of Awarding the Medal of Victory to Some Commanders of the Operations Fath al-Mubin and Beit al-Moqaddas

Khamenei awards Medal of Victory for Operations Fath al-Mubin and Beit al-Moqaddas, declaring these battles proved the Islamic Republic's military strength globally.

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Meeting with Various Segments of the Martyr-Nurturing Nation of Iran

Khamenei argues that a sign of true national awakening is the ability to recognize critical historic moments and fully understand the importance of the present time.

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Statements in Meeting with Members of the Organizing Committee for the First Anniversary of Imam Khomeini's Passing

Khamenei discusses planning for Imam Khomeini's first death anniversary, calling it a commemoration with deep emotional, ideological, and national dimensions.

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Speech in Meeting with Clergy and Friday Prayer Leaders of Mazandaran Province

Khamenei visits Mazandaran clergy, acknowledging the province as a key center of revolutionary support and discussing the clergy's ongoing role in sustaining Islam.

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Speech at the Graduation Ceremony of Students at Nowshahr Naval University

Khamenei speaks at Nowshahr Naval University graduation, emphasizing the Navy's critical responsibility in guarding Iran's maritime rights and national sovereignty.

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Speech in Meeting with Officials and Executives of the Islamic Republic on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr

Khamenei addresses officials on Eid al-Fitr, arguing that Ramadan's spiritual discipline must produce real transformation in both personal conduct and national life.

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Statements in Meeting with Various People on the Fifteenth Day of the Blessed Month of Ramadan

Khamenei continues Ramadan religious education with detailed fasting rulings on deliberate eating, penalties, exceptions for travelers, and practical daily questions.

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Tehran Friday Prayers Sermons

Khamenei delivers Friday prayer sermon marking the beginning of Ramadan, describing the holy month as a great celebration and divine opportunity for spiritual renewal.

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Speech at the Grand Gathering of the People of Mashhad and Pilgrims of Imam Reza (peace be upon him)

Khamenei addresses Mashhad pilgrims at Imam Reza's shrine during the new year, reflecting on national progress and the sacrifices that deserve divine reward.

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Message to the Noble Iranian Nation on the Occasion of the New Year

Khamenei's Nowruz message to the Iranian nation calls for reflection and self-renewal as the new solar year coincides with the approaching blessed month of Ramadan.

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Statements in Meeting with National and Military Officials on the First Day of the New Year and on the Eve of the Blessed Month of Ramadan

Khamenei congratulates officials on Nowruz, extending special greetings to Soviet Azerbaijan's awakened Muslims and calling for continued national progress and unity.

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Meeting with Officials and a Large Group of the Party of God on the Birth Anniversary of Imam Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance)

Khamenei discusses the significance of belief in the Awaited Imam Mahdi, describing the heartfelt spiritual connection between believers and divine guardianship.

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13 min read

Statements in Meeting with Command Headquarters Managers

Khamenei visits the Command Headquarters to clarify its mission, emphasizing Army-IRGC coordination as the key pillar of Iran's integrated national defense.

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Speech on the Occasion of Meeting with a Large Group of Guards on the Birthday of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) and Guards Day

Khamenei commemorates Imam Hussein's birthday with the Guards, recalling Khomeini's deep spiritual bond with both the Revolutionary Guards and Karbala's legacy.

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Speech in Meeting with Commanders of Major Operational Units of the Ground Forces and Army Aviation

Khamenei addresses Army ground force commanders who spent a decade in war, praising their sincerity and total sacrifice in offering everything for sacred defense.

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Speech in Meeting with a Large Group of Scholars and Students from the Seminaries of Qom and Tehran

Khamenei emphasizes the crucial role of the clergy in the Islamic Revolution's success and ongoing influence, urging continued dedication and vigilance.

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Statements at the Ceremony of Awarding the Medal of Fath to Military Commanders and Forces of the Army and IRGC

Khamenei awards Medal of Fath to commanders of Operations Karbala 5 and 7, honoring their decisive victories and the countless unnamed heroes of sacred defense.

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Speech in Meeting with Officials and Administrators of the Country on the Eve of the Eleventh Anniversary of the Victory of the Islamic Revolution

Khamenei emphasizes unity among officials, urging them to uphold Islamic values and social justice, and highlights the global impact of the Islamic Revolution.

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Speech in Meeting with Representatives of the Guardianship in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

Khamenei praises IRGC guardianship representatives as scholars who unite religious knowledge with decisive action, embodying the ideal of leadership in practice.

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Meeting with Various Segments of People on the Occasion of the Decade of Fajr

Khamenei marks the Decade of Fajr celebrating the revolution's anniversary as the nation stands with renewed power, dignity, and unwavering revolutionary resolve.

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Statements in Meeting with the Minister and Officials of the Ministry of Interior and Governors

Khamenei discusses provincial governance challenges, stressing that effective administration requires a careful balance of intellect, faith, and practical skill.

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Speech on the Occasion of the Birth of Lady Fatemeh Zahra (peace be upon her) in a Meeting with a Large Group of Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them) Eulogists

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of poetry in preserving the legacy of the Ahlul Bayt, urging eulogists to focus on meaningful content and impact.

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Statements in Meeting with Various Groups of Qom People on the Occasion of the Arrival of 19th of Dey (Anniversary of Qom Uprising)

Khamenei marks the anniversary of the Qom uprising, describing it as the unshakeable foundation upon which Iran's entire Islamic revolution was built and endures.

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10 min read

Message to the Representatives of the Islamic Consultative Assembly

Khamenei's message to parliament reaffirms popular loyalty to the Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist and calls for continued support of the Islamic government.

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Meeting with Various Segments of People on the Eve of the Martyrdom of Lady Zahra (peace be upon her)

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.

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Statements in Meeting with Members of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution

Khamenei reaffirms the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution as a vital institution Imam Khomeini established to guide Iran's intellectual transformation.

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Speech in Meeting with the Assembly of Representatives of Clergy and Scholars of the Qom Seminary

Khamenei addresses the Assembly of Representatives of Clergy in Qom, emphasizing the need for seminary reform and the role of scholars in Islamic governance.

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Statements in Meeting with Officials of the Foundation for the Oppressed and Disabled Veterans

Khamenei praises Foundation for the Oppressed officials for maintaining revolutionary enthusiasm years after the revolution's early days, urging continued service.

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7 min read

Statements of His Eminence at the Sixth Command and Staff Course of Imam Hossein University

Khamenei addresses IRGC university graduates, comparing the Revolutionary Guards to a Quranic blessed tree with firm roots and fruit-bearing heavenly branches.

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Statements at the Introduction Ceremony of Admiral Ali Shamkhani, Commander of the Navy of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Khamenei appoints Ali Shamkhani as Navy commander, transferring him from IRGC to Army to strengthen cohesion between Iran's two major combat organizations.

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7 min read

Tehran Friday Prayers Sermon

Khamenei discusses global arrogance and the Islamic Republic's resistance, urging unity and trust in leadership to counter foreign pressures.

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46 min read