Iranian Parliament Speaker Congratulates Spain on World Cup Victory, Cites Support for Palestine

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran, sent a message to the Speakers of the Senate and Representatives of Spain. In his message, he congratulated the Spanish national football team on their victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghalibaf emphasized that the defense of the Palestinian people by Spain and its players, along with the country’s support for the Islamic Republic of Iran during the imposed war, demonstrated the noble and independent characteristics of the discerning and respected Spanish nation.

The text of the Speaker’s message reads as follows:

I congratulate you, the people, and the government of Spain on the Spanish national team’s championship in the 2026 FIFA World Cup competition.

The defense of the Palestinian people by you and the players of that team, and the support of your country for the Islamic Republic of Iran during the Third Imposed War, showed that freedom and non-submission to dominance are characteristics of that intelligent and respected nation.

This valuable victory and championship brought joy not only to the people of your country but also to many freedom-seekers and independent, justice-seeking nations around the world.

Wishing further success for your country and its dear and respected people.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly