On Iran’s National Ferdowsi Day, a ceremony honors the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, who is remembered for his deep appreciation of Persian literature and language.

Iran’s refusal to discuss the nuclear file stems from the proven unreliability of US promises, a reality the martyred Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei often warned against.

From seminary to battlefield, presidency to Leadership, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei steered Iran toward progress despite sanctions and wars. The 40th day of his martyrdom also sealed America's defeat in the Ramadan War — a fitting tribute to his legacy.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s refusal of extraordinary protection was due to his close affiliation with people, reinforcing Guardianship of the Jurist and transforming his martyrdom into a civilizational symbol of resistance.

Ayatollah Khamenei, in his latest speech, emphasized that Iran’s strength is rooted in its people, rejected foreign-backed coups and US threats, and framed national resilience through history, faith, and sovereignty.

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has agreed to pardon, reduce and commute the sentences of more than 2,000 convicts.

The Iranian Parliament speaker says the United States is not genuinely seeking negotiations with Iran.