FMs Condolence message on the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader

Condolence message by Seyed Abbas Araghchi Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the martyrdom of Ayatollah Khamenei Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ

«مِّنَ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ رِجَالٌ صَدَقُوا مَا عَاهَدُوا اللَّهَ عَلَيْهِ ۖ فَمِنْهُم مَّن قَضَىٰ نَحْبَهُ وَمِنْهُم مَّن يَنتَظِرُ ۖ وَمَا بَدَّلُوا تَبْدِيلًا»

 “Among the believers are men who have been true to their covenant with God. Some of them have fulfilled their vow (by sacrificing their lives), and some are still waiting; and they have never changed in the least.”

 

With a heart overwhelmed by grief and sorrow, I extend my deepest condolences on the martyrdom—reminiscent of Imam Ali—of our wise Leader and perceptive guide, His Eminence Imam Ayatollah Khamenei (may his soul be sanctified), to His Holiness the Imam of the Age (may God hasten his reappearance), the noble nation of Iran, and the Islamic Ummah.

That sagacious leader, resolute in decision, profound in wisdom, and steadfast on the path of truth, has left behind an enduring legacy of dignity, prudence, and perseverance for history.

 

The martyrdom of such a towering figure is undoubtedly a tremendous loss and a heartbreaking sorrow; yet his luminous school of thought and steadfast path shall remain alive, dynamic, and inspiring.

 

Now, at this decisive juncture, safeguarding this precious legacy and continuing the radiant path of that righteous servant of God constitute a historic mission and a grave responsibility upon us all.

 

This is the path of faith, resistance, and hope—a path irrigated by the pure blood of martyrs and sustained by the unwavering resolve of its followers.

 

The banner he raised shall not fall to the ground; faithful and steadfast hands will carry it to ever loftier summits.