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"Great Satan": Khamenei calls Trump's signature "worthless", warns of "unforgettable lessons" if US strikes continue
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"Great Satan": Khamenei calls Trump's signature "worthless", warns of "unforgettable lessons" if US strikes continue

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei denounced the United States as the "Great Satan" and declared President Trump's signature on a memorandum of understanding "worthless."
  • Khamenei warned Iran and its "Resistance Front" would teach "unforgettable lessons" if U.S. military strikes continue against the Islamic Republic.
  • He accused the U.S. of dishonesty and unreliability, citing repeated breaches of agreements and calling for national unity against the "cunning, criminal US enemy."

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei delivered a scathing condemnation of the United States, labeling it the "Great Satan" and asserting that U.S. President Donald Trump's signature on a recent memorandum of understanding holds no value.

Lamine is a genius. I like his attitude because of his way of being. He doesn't flinch at these events that could, in some way, overwhelm the attitude and tranquility of a person. Lamine is very brave and very mature for his age. He will sleep soundly and tomorrow he has a football match. It won't be in Rocafonda, but he will take it as if he were playing there, where he used to dribble past dogs. He is a player who was trained on the street and is a very attractive player.

โ€” Joan LaportaFC Barcelona President Joan Laporta describing Lamine Yamal's demeanor ahead of the World Cup final.

In a message to the Iranian nation, Khamenei issued a stark warning, stating that Iran and its "Resistance Front" are prepared to impart "unforgettable lessons" should Washington persist with its military actions against the Islamic Republic. He accused the U.S. of consistently violating agreements, which he claimed once again exposed Washington's "dishonesty, irrationality, unreliability, and malicious nature."

Messi has been and is the best player in the history of football. He has shown that, despite getting older, he remains decisive. He is a danger when he receives the ball at the edge of the area; it is countered by having possession and making the Argentinians run.

โ€” Joan LaportaFC Barcelona President Joan Laporta on facing Lionel Messi in the World Cup final.

"The repeated breaches of the agreement by the Great Satan [the US] regarding the MOU signed by the Presidents of Iran and the US have once again laid bare a fundamental truth: the signature of the US President is utterly worthless and devoid of credibility. Coercion, totalitarianism, and brutality are inseparable components of the US creed and doctrine," Khamenei stated. He further alleged that the U.S. had revealed its "true, unmasked face" through its actions, characterizing them as further instances of "criminality and broken promises."

It is very difficult to stop Leo and also Lamine. I want and believe it will be Lamine's match, and he will consecrate himself. It's the law of football; now it's Lamine's turn.

โ€” Joan LaportaFC Barcelona President Joan Laporta expressing his hopes for Lamine Yamal in the World Cup final.

Amidst escalating tensions, Khamenei cautioned that any further escalation by the United States would carry a significant cost. He praised the "valour of the Islamic fighters" and the "honour of the courageous people in the southern regions," which have been heavily impacted by recent hostilities, as demonstrations of Iran's resolve. Khamenei urged national unity and vigilance among citizens and government officials to protect the nation's dignity, independence, and interests against what he described as the "cunning, criminal US enemy."

To think that Barรงa's La Masia produces and generates great talent players is a reason for pride. Lamine Yamal and many others, like Gavi, Cubarsรญ, Marc Bernalโ€ฆ and players like Messi. It is a pride for a club like ours that players who have been trained at home can become world champions. Now is Lamine's moment. Messi has given us years of glory and is part of Barรงa's splendid past.

โ€” Joan LaportaFC Barcelona President Joan Laporta on the significance of La Masia.
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