Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Khamenei Claims Victory, Warns US After Ceasefire
Iran's leader, Khamenei, said Iran won against Israel and 'slapped' the US for trying to help.
He said Iran struck a US base in Qatar.
He warned that Iran could attack US bases again if the US attacks Iran.
This was Khamenei's first statement since the ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
Khamenei claimed victory over Israel and said Iran 'slapped' the US.
He warned of retaliation for any future US attacks in the region.
Khamenei stated Iran targeted a US base in Qatar in response to US involvement.
He indicated Iran has the ability to strike US bases in the future.
Khamenei's comments were his first public remarks since the ceasefire.
- Who
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Donald Trump.
- What
- Khamenei's statements regarding the recent conflict, US involvement, and future actions.
- When
- Thursday, after the ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
- Where
- Tehran, Iran.
- Why
- To comment on the conflict and warn against future attacks.
Iran
US
US Intervention
Iran
The US intervention was a failure and resulted in no gains.
US
The US intervention prevented the destruction of Israel.
- Key Figure
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
- Event
- Iran-Israel conflict
- Khamenei's Claim
- Victory over Israel; a 'slap' to US
- Retaliatory Action
- Iranian missile attack on US base in Qatar
- Threat
- Further attacks on US bases if Iran is attacked
Sources
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