Tehran, Iran – Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei expressed his deep sorrow and grief upon receiving news of the assassination of Ali Larijani and his son, along with several of their companions, in what he described as a bloody attack. He also affirmed that the incident represents a significant loss on both the national and political levels for the country.
Praise for Larijani’s role and condemnation of the incident
Khamenei affirmed that Larijani was a prominent figure who played a significant role in serving Iran, praising his contributions to political and institutional work. He also expressed his deepest condolences to the victims’ families. He asserted that the attack aimed to destabilize the country and sow discord within society.
Calls for an urgent investigation and for those involved to be held accountable
He called for an immediate and thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances of the assassination and identify those responsible. He also stressed the need to bring those involved to justice. He emphasized that such acts would not go unanswered, hinting at the possibility of security or political measures in the coming period.
Potential repercussions on the domestic scene
This development comes amid escalating security and political tensions in Iran, further heightening the sensitivity of the current situation. Observers believe the assassination could have far-reaching repercussions, both within Iran and in the context of regional tensions, particularly given the increasing frequency of security incidents in the region. Analysts warn that the continuation of such incidents could exacerbate instability and lead to further escalation, at a time when calls for de-escalation and political solutions are growing louder to prevent the crises in the region from spreading.
