TEHRAN – In an address to the graduation ceremony of IRGC cadets in Tehranon Sunday, Ayatollah Khamenei slammed the US and the Zionists for “suckingthe blood” of nations, warmongering activities, causing catastrophes, andtreating other nations with cruelty and suppression.
The Leader emphasized that Iran, according to the religious teachings, isduty bound to counter the enemies and will never capitulate to the US andvarious pressures from the adversaries.
Ayatollah Khamenei also highlighted the growing dignity of the IslamicRevolution Guards Corps (IRGC) inside and outside Iran, stressing that theUS’ hostile and antagonistic policies resulted in the promotion of theIRGC’s dignity.
Referring to a verse from holy Quran about the need for constantpreparedness in the face of enemies, the Leader said Almighty God haspromised to create a “deterrent fear” in the hearts of enemies on Muslims.
Highlighting the necessity for increasing readiness, Ayatollah Khameneicalled on the IRGC forces to create a powerful, rigid and inclusiveorganization and constantly boost their scientific, expert, tactical,strategic and operational power with tireless efforts.









