Statement issued by a group of members of the Assembly of Experts and professors of the Islamic...

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

To the noble, steadfast people of Islamic Iran, and the honorable officials of the country:

As we hear varying news regarding the negotiations and a potential agreement, we deem it our duty, as servants of the nation, to present the following points:

In accordance with the directives of the Martyr Imam (may Allah's pleasure be upon him), there is no secret or hidden matter when it comes to negotiating with the enemy. Transparency in informing officials in this field is the true embodiment of solidarity with the people.

The ultimate reference in this matter is the wisdom and directives of the Supreme Leader of the Revolution (may his shadow long endure), as well as the red lines and framework defined by him.

Any transgression of these red lines is an illegitimate and unacceptable act, and it will be met with the reaction of the nation.

In light of the repeated hostilities and aggressions of the treacherous enemy—particularly the act of war manifested in the naval blockade, and the aggressions and crimes committed by the Zionist entity in Lebanon—the state of confrontation with the enemy still stands, and the concept of a ceasefire is practically meaningless.

Considering the enemy's actions, countermeasures—especially responding to the naval blockade—are essential.

In accordance with the framework set by the Supreme Leader, the following must not be overlooked under any pretext: identifying and punishing the aggressor, obtaining compensation for the crimes and damages inflicted, managing the Strait of Hormuz as an unforfeitable right of the Iranian nation, and refusing to negotiate over the country's inherent right to nuclear energy.

The people on the ground, who have endured all hardships and blockades, are by no means prepared to compromise their national dignity and historical honor, or to harm the outcomes of the magnificent jihad of the fighters and the pure blood of the martyrs. Therefore, they will not remain silent until the final objective and the designated goals of the regime are achieved, the enemy is completely driven to despair, and the rights of the Iranian nation are restored. They will not tolerate any negligence or complacency in this regard.

While thanking the efforts and services of the honorable officials, they are expected to march in this divine epic behind the leadership and alongside the people, not to falter or hesitate for a single moment in fulfilling and implementing the directives and commands of the Guardian (Makam-e Velayat), and to avoid any retreat before the enemy.

The nation that believes in the Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist (Velayat-e Faqih), just as in the past, along with its insistence on sacred unity and grand participation in the nightly gatherings, will remain committed at all stages to the orders of the Supreme Leader of the Revolution (may his shadow long endure).

We ask Almighty Allah for the continued health and glory of the nation's magnificent leadership, and victory for the proud Iranian nation.

A group of members of the Assembly of Experts and professors of the Islamic Seminary