Why it matters:
The Leader warned against a national atmosphere of “neither war nor peace,” calling instead for a spirit of work, effort, and hope to dominate.
Key points:
Ayatollah Khamenei identified people’s livelihoods as one of Iran’s most pressing issues.
He urged the government to pursue stricter market discipline to rein in arbitrary price increases.
What he’s saying:
Ayatollah Khamenei: “The morale, motivation, and unity of the nation are the most important elements of power.”
He stressed the need for follow-through on decisions until results are achieved, and encouraged officials to seize the current climate of consensus to carry out important reforms.
The Leader called for expanding domestic production, solving the housing crisis, and avoiding waste — particularly within government institutions.
He urged media figures and officials to highlight “real and hopeful strengths” of the nation rather than focus solely on shortcomings.
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