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Mojtaba Khamenei's Message to Trump: US Suffered Humiliating Defeat

From Republika · (7m ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared the US was "shamefully defeated" in its conflict with Iran.
  • He rejected President Trump's threats of a prolonged blockade in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz.
  • Khamenei asserted Iran's new control over the strategic waterway and predicted a future for the Gulf region without American presence.

In a powerful address marking the annual National Persian Gulf Day, Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei decisively rejected American aggression and proclaimed a new era of regional dominance for the Islamic Republic. His message, broadcast on state television, underscored Iran's strategic victory over the United States, dismissing recent military actions as a "shameful defeat" for Washington.

Hari ini, dua bulan setelah pengerahan militer dan agresi terbesar oleh para pengganggu dunia di kawasan ini, dan kekalahan memalukan Amerika Serikat, babak baru sedang berlangsung untuk Teluk [Arab] dan Selat Hormuz.

โ€” Mojtaba KhameneiThe Supreme Leader declared the US's defeat and announced a new phase for the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz.

Khamenei's remarks directly challenged President Trump's threats concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global energy supplies. By asserting Iran's effective control over this strategic waterway, Khamenei signaled a significant shift in regional power dynamics, promising 'comfort and progress' for regional nations under Iranian stewardship.

Pesan dari Khamenei, yang belum muncul di depan umum sejak pengangkatannya pada 9 Maret sebagai pemimpin tertinggi Iran yang baru, disampaikan pada perayaan nasional tahunan Hari Teluk [Arab] di Iran.

โ€” Al ArabiyaThis provides context on Khamenei's recent rise to power and his public appearance.

This declaration comes at a critical juncture, following the recent ascension of Mojtaba Khamenei to the supreme leadership. His public emergence, despite earlier reports of injury, projects an image of resilience and unwavering resolve. The assertion of Iranian strength and self-reliance, leveraging national capacities from nano-technology to nuclear capabilities, positions Iran as a formidable regional power, charting a course independent of external interference.

Pangkalan-pangkalan AS di wilayah tersebut bahkan tidak memiliki kapasitas untuk menjamin keamanan mereka sendiri. Apalagi memberikan harapan untuk mengamankan sekutu mereka.

โ€” Mojtaba KhameneiHe questioned the security capabilities of US bases in the region.

From Tehran's perspective, this narrative of victory and self-determination is paramount. It reinforces national pride and consolidates the regime's legitimacy by showcasing its ability to withstand and overcome foreign pressure. The emphasis on a future Gulf free from American influence resonates deeply with nationalistic sentiments, portraying Iran as the guarantor of regional stability and prosperity.

Ia memuji apa yang disebutnya sebagai aturan baru Iran atas Selat Hormuz yang strategis, sebuah titik penting dalam jalur energi, sebagai cara buat membawa 'kenyamanan dan kemajuan' bagi negara-negara di kawasan tersebut.

โ€” Mojtaba KhameneiHe described Iran's new control over the Strait of Hormuz as beneficial for regional stability.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.