TEHRAN, 30 August, 2026 (Ghufran): Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has urged countries across the Middle East to identify their “real enemy,” understand its plans and work together to counter emerging threats in the region.According to Iranian media, Mojtaba Khamenei issued the message on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). In his written message, the Iranian Supreme Leader called on countries in the region to carefully assess the prevailing situation and unite to safeguard their national and collective interests. Mojtaba Khamenei said Middle Eastern countries need to understand who their actual enemies are and what objectives they are pursuing. He stressed the importance of regional cooperation in confronting external threats and protecting the interests of the countries of the region. The statement comes amid continued tensions in the Middle East involving Iran, the United States and Israel, with the region’s security situation remaining a major international concern. The Iranian leader’s remarks are being viewed as a political and security message to countries across the Middle East, emphasizing greater cooperation, awareness of external threats and collective efforts to protect regional interests.
