Iran's Supreme Leader Warns U.S.: 'Your Only Place in the Persian Gulf is at the Bottom of the Waters'
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei issued a strong warning to the United States, stating that American presence in the Persian Gulf is no longer welcome and threatening to eliminate their "abuses."
- Khamenei declared a new chapter for the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, promising regional calm and economic benefits under Tehran's "new leadership."
- He reiterated Iran's commitment to defending its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, calling them a "national capital."
The Islamic Republic of Iran, through its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has delivered a powerful message to the United States, unequivocally stating that the American military presence in the Persian Gulf is unwelcome and must cease. This declaration marks a significant moment, signaling a new phase in regional dynamics and asserting Iran's resolve to protect its strategic interests.
Singurul loc pentru americani รฎn Golful Persic este pe fundul apelor sale.
Ayatollah Khamenei's address, his first public statement after a period of silence, directly challenged the U.S. presence, asserting that "foreigners who look at this area with ill intentions from thousands of kilometers away have no place here, except at the bottom of its waters." This rhetoric underscores Iran's determination to control its vital waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy transit.
Se deschide un nou capitol pentru Golful Persic ศi Strรขmtoarea Ormuz.
Furthermore, the Supreme Leader emphasized Iran's commitment to its national security and technological advancements. He reaffirmed the nation's dedication to safeguarding its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, labeling them as "modern technological capabilities" and essential "national capital." This stance highlights Iran's strategic priorities and its refusal to yield to international pressure regarding its defense infrastructure.
Strฤinii care privesc cu rea intenศie aceastฤ zonฤ de la mii de kilometri distanศฤ nu au loc aici, decรขt pe fundul apelor sale.
This assertive posture from Tehran is not merely rhetorical; it comes amidst heightened tensions and disruptions in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing standoff has impacted global oil markets, with prices surging. While international mediators attempt to de-escalate the situation, Iran's firm message suggests a readiness to defend its sovereignty and regional influence, presenting a stark contrast to the perceived external interference from the West.
noua conducere a Strรขmtorii Ormuz va aduce calm, progres ศi beneficii economice pentru toate naศiunile din regiune.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.