Tehran, June 23 (V7N) – Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has strongly condemned Israel amid rising regional tensions. In a social media post on X shared on Sunday, Khamenei labeled Israel as the “Zionist enemy,” accusing it of committing a “grave mistake” by attacking Iran. He asserted that Israel must be punished and declared that the punishment is already underway.

The post was accompanied by a graphic image showing a burning skull over a backdrop of a burning building marked with the Star of David, symbolizing Iran’s vow of retaliation. This statement reflects Tehran’s uncompromising stance against Israel amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

Khamenei’s remarks come in the wake of recent U.S. airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, which have significantly increased tensions between Iran, Israel, and their allies. Iranian officials have warned of strong responses to any further attacks or provocations, raising concerns over a possible escalation in the volatile region.

The international community is closely monitoring the developments, worried about the potential impact on regional stability and global security.

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