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First Hardline Address by Mojtaba Khamenei: “We Will Avenge All the Blood That Has Been Shed” – Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed – Messages for Houthis and Hezbollah

Published March 12, 2026, 14:11
First Hardline Address by Mojtaba Khamenei: “We Will Avenge All the Blood That Has Been Shed” – Strait of Hormuz Will Remain Closed – Messages for Houthis and Hezbollah

Mojtaba Khamenei, the new supreme leader of Iran, delivered his first address after taking office, promising revenge for “all the Iranian blood that has been shed.” In a harsh tone, he stated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed and that attacks on American bases will continue, while also assuring the maintenance of friendly relations with neighboring countries. Khamenei referred to taking over the leadership after the death of his father, expressing difficulty in replacing two great leaders, Khomeini and his father. He emphasized the strength and determination of his father, even after his death. In his message, Khamenei praised the Iranian people for their stability, courage, and presence, while highlighting the importance of solidarity between resistance forces, such as the Houthis and Hezbollah, for liberation from the “Zionist regime.” This address comes at a time of intense speculation about Khamenei's health, with some reports even suggesting a coma after injury in an American-Israeli raid. The new leader’s harsh rhetoric suggests a continuation of Iran’s aggressive policy in the region.