Foreign Ministry lauded the late Larijani as a committed philosopher, a profound thinker, a patriotic statesman, and a loyal companion to the Supreme Leader, dedicating his life to safeguarding Iran's national sovereignty, independence, and progress.
His significant contributions to national security and interests, coupled with his continuous influence in cultural, intellectual, and political spheres, particularly in bolstering national unity, are noted as securing his place among the nation's loyal and enduring servants in Iranian history.
The ministry asserted that such terrorist acts will not undermine the Iranian nation's unwavering resolve to defend its security and interests. Instead, it stated, such actions will further strengthen national cohesion and the firm determination of the people and officials of the Islamic Republic to defend the country's integrity.
The blood of the martyrs, the statement declared, will ensure the dynamism, power, and continuation of the nation's proud path. The Foreign Ministry vehemently condemned the atrocity and underscored the responsibility of the United Nations, its Security Council, and the Secretary-General to react decisively to the ongoing military aggressions by the Israeli regime and the United States.
The statement concluded with a stark warning that indifference to the "pathological addiction" of the occupying power in occupied Palestine to killing, terrorism, genocide, and heinous crimes will drive the world towards a precipice of immorality and normless chaos, with repercussions for all nations and individuals.
ahmad shirzadian - Mahboubeh Habibi