Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called on Muslim countries, particularly nations in the Gulf and West Asia, to unite and confront what he described as their “real enemy,” amid continuing tensions across the Middle East.
Khamenei delivered the message in a written statement released during Islamic Unity Week. He urged leaders of Muslim countries to recognize what he characterized as external efforts to divide Muslim nations and weaken their collective strength.
Khamenei Urges Gulf States to Stand Together
In his message, Khamenei specifically appealed to rulers of Gulf and other West Asian countries to strengthen cooperation and mutual defense. He argued that divisions between Muslim nations benefit their adversaries and called for greater unity across political and regional differences.
The Iranian leader also questioned whether foreign intervention in the region could have occurred if Muslim countries had been united and working together. His remarks come as tensions remain high between Iran, the United States, Israel and several Gulf states.
Message Comes Amid Continuing Regional Tensions
Khamenei’s appeal comes against the backdrop of an ongoing regional conflict and heightened tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. The strategically important waterway remains a major concern for governments and global energy markets.
The Iranian leader has remained largely out of public view since the conflict began, making the written message one of his most significant recent public communications. Reuters reported that the statement also emphasized cooperation among Muslim countries in multiple areas and mutual defense.
Iran Seeks Greater Cooperation Across Muslim World
Khamenei’s comments reflect Tehran’s longstanding call for greater unity among Muslim nations. His message focused not only on political cooperation but also on preventing internal divisions that he said could weaken Muslim countries.
The statement also comes as regional governments face difficult choices over security, diplomacy and relations with major international powers. Gulf states have increasingly sought to strengthen their own collective defense arrangements as tensions involving Iran continue.
The developments are being closely watched because deeper divisions—or greater cooperation—among Gulf and other Muslim-majority countries could have significant consequences for regional security and energy supplies.
For now, Khamenei’s call represents a renewed effort by Iran’s leadership to frame regional tensions as a broader struggle requiring greater unity among Muslim countries.
Also Read: When Silence Signals Trouble in a Marriage, Experts Warn