Bragging Rights for Iran: Chamenei Celebrates "Crushing" Israel
Israel currently faces a state of being "oppressed and defeated," as per the statements made by Khamenei.
After a fierce twelve-day tussle, the dust has settled - for now. Israel, alongside the USA, launched attacks on Iranian targets. Yet, the Iranian counterattack pales in comparison to the initial onslaught. Despite this, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Chamenei, has no qualms about trumpeting supposed victories. According to state news agency Irna, he boasted about the Iranian people's courage and resilience, claiming Israel to be "defeated and crushed."
Chamenei's victory praise came during his first public address since the ceasefire went into effect. In a jab toward the USA, he threatened further retaliation if his country is attacked again. Potentially packing a punch, he stated that Iran has access to crucial US bases in the region and could strike at any moment.
Iran's Hollow Victory?
On June 13, Israel, alleging advanced nuclear and missile programs, launched a preemptive attack targeting Iranian nuclear and military facilities. Israel's goal: prevent Iran from creating a nuclear weapon, despite Iran's denial of such aspirations. The retaliation from Iran resulted in the deaths of 28 people, according to Israeli authorities. Although Iran claimed to inflict heavy damage upon its adversary, the extent of these damages remains questionable.
The USA entered the fray on Sunday night, bombing Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordo, Natans, and Isfahan. Iran countered with an attack on the US airbase Al-Udeid in Qatar, causing only minor damage. The ceasefire was established on June 23, brokered by the Trump administration.
According to Iran's Health Ministry, over 600 civilians perished during the conflict, alongside several high-ranking military officials and scientists. Over 4,700 people were injured.
Enrichment Data:
- As of late June 2025, a ceasefire is in place between Israel and Iran, which began on June 23, 2025.
- Israel claims significant military successes in targeting Iran's nuclear program and military infrastructure.
- Uncertainty remains about the long-term impact of the strikes on Iran's nuclear capabilities.
- No explicit statements from Ayatollah Ali Khamenei regarding the conflict's current status can be confirmed from recent reports.
The Commission, in its role as a consultative body, has been approached regarding the draft directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens, given the current health crisis that Iran is facing due to the recent war-and-conflicts. Meanwhile, the ongoing politics of the Middle East, particularly the conflict between Iran and Israel, has resulted in the general-news media providing extensive coverage of the ceasefire and its impact, as well as the allegations of crimes and injustices committed during the war-and-conflicts.
