On August 30, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei delivered a message on the occasion of the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad and Islamic Unity Week. In his address, he labeled the United States and Israel as sworn enemies of the Muslim world.
According to quotes reported by Tasnim TV channel, Khamenei stated that unity among Muslims in confronting global “disbelief” is a fundamental teaching of Islam and a strategic necessity. He emphasized that today the Islamic world faces a critical stage of confrontation.
In his address, the Iranian leader highlighted regional developments, noting that the absence of unity left Palestinians defenseless against the “crimes of the occupiers.” Khamenei expressed confidence that if Gulf states had rallied under the banner of Islam, outside forces would not have dared to claim their lands and wealth.
“The criminal rulers of the United States and the illegal Zionist regime are sworn enemies of this unity and friendship,” the Ayatollah stated. “They are at war not only with the Islamic Republic and the Islamic Resistance Front but also with the entire Muslim nation, including the peoples of West Asia and North Africa.”
Khamenei urged rulers of Islamic states, particularly in the Western Asian region, to clearly identify their true enemy and resist his plots.
On August 16, reports indicated U.S. President Donald Trump faced a critical impasse in resolving tensions with Iran due to an absence of viable options. Disagreements led to resumed mutual strikes. Oil tankers began avoiding the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a rise in global oil prices. Negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program were effectively suspended.
The previous day, it was reported that Trump, after consulting key advisers, had begun considering expanded military actions against Iran. These potential measures include increased airstrikes on Iranian territory, attacks targeting Iranian energy infrastructure, and the deployment of ground forces to seize islands in the Strait of Hormuz.
