Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, welcomed President Bashar al-Assad of Syria in Tehran, where the Syrian President came to offer condolences over the tragic loss of President Ebrahim Raeisi and his companions in a helicopter crash.
Ayatollah Khamenei praised Syria's unique position in the region, attributing it to the nation's steadfast resistance against adversities. He emphasized the preservation of Syria's distinctive identity, forged during the tenure of the late Hafez Assad, marked by founding the resistance front and defying Western interference.
The Leader highlighted ongoing attempts by Western powers to undermine Syria's political system and influence regional dynamics. Despite adversities, Ayatollah Khamenei underscored the resilience of both Iran and Syria as the pillars of the axis of resistance, emphasizing the need for bolstered cooperation amid external pressures.
President Assad echoed sentiments of solidarity, expressing gratitude for Iran's unwavering support. He commended the late President Raeisi for his impactful leadership, which enhanced bilateral relations and reinforced the Islamic Republic's role in regional affairs.
Emphasizing the principle of resistance, President Assad stressed the enduring significance of steadfastness against external coercion. He appreciated Ayatollah Khamenei's pivotal role in advancing resistance movements across the region and reiterated the mutual belief in the cost-effectiveness of resilience over compromise.
The meeting between Ayatollah Khamenei and President Assad underscores the enduring strategic alliance between Iran and Syria, rooted in shared values of resistance and sovereignty amidst geopolitical challenges.
