Global Media Covers Supreme Leader’s First Reaction to Gaza Ceasefire
The Supreme Leader of Iran’s first official response to recent events and the announced ceasefire received widespread international media coverage, with major news networks and agencies prioritizing analysis of his speech.
The Arabic-language news platform Al-Ahd featured the Iranian Supreme Leader’s statement as its headline story, joining numerous outlets in reporting his remarks.
Al-Manar, Lebanon’s television network, also highlighted portions of his speech, including his assertion that “the Zionist regime stands on the brink of collapse.”
International media outlets highlight Ayatollah Khamenei’s declaration of Iran’s “strategic victory” over the U.S. and Israel following the ceasefire declaration.
webangah News Agency – Lebanon’s Al-Mayadeen network reported that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei congratulated Iran on its achievement, stating: “We secured a strategic victory against the U.S. and Israel. Our strikes have altered the deterrence equation.”
Reuters noted Ayatollah Khamenei’s assertion that the Islamic Republic “slapped America on the face”, referencing attacks on a key U.S. regional base.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei stated that the U.S. intervened in the war because it feared Israel would face “complete annihilation” otherwise,while asserting Iran delivered a “strong blow” to America and achieved victory against Israel.
The Times of Israel reported that Ayatollah Khamenei claimed the U.S.entered the war after concluding that without intervention, the “Zionist regime would be utterly destroyed.”
France 24 noted iran’s leader declared the country had “struck a forceful slap at America,” emphasizing Tehran’s defiance.
Associated Press relayed Ayatollah Khamenei’s assertion that the U.S. gained “no achievements” from the conflict.
Sky News, citing his first remarks post-war, reported Iran’s leader framed the outcome as a victory over Israel. The Emirati outlet further analyzed his statements.
