Iran's Khamenei and Putin Assert Right to Self-Defense Amid Recent Strikes

Oct 4, 2024, 08:44 AM

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has reiterated the nation's stance on self-defense, asserting that every country has the right to defend itself from aggressors. He emphasized the legitimacy of Iran's recent military actions against Israel, describing them as a response to the crimes committed by the Israeli regime in Gaza. Khamenei also called for Muslim nations to unite in defense from Afghanistan to Yemen, Iran to Gaza and Lebanon, highlighting a common enemy. Russian President Putin also supported Iran's right to protect itself.