—There is a possibility that ISIS 2.0 could claim responsibility for the attack. If that happens, the Julani-led government may launch extensive security operations and target multiple areas, potentially using the incident to justify a broader internal crackdown. This reflects the view that both serve the same underlying interests.

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—In a very unpredictable scenario inside Iran, as the treacherous government and its surrounding circle may create disturbances and the wounded Resistance Axis faces mounting challenges, two major possibilities may unfold. However, there are currently no confirmed reports or credible news to verify either scenario.

The first possibility is that Imam Mojtaba Khamenei may lead the funeral prayers of his father. If this happens, it would be one of the most historic moments for the future of the Islamic world and could break the shackles of propaganda surrounding the leadership transition.

The second possibility is that, if the school of Ayatullah Sistani deems it appropriate, Ayatullah Sistani may personally appear to offer the funeral prayers. This would present the greatest opportunity for the School of Najaf to demonstrate its unity, strength, and coordination before the entire world. Otherwise, it would be seen by many as another missed opportunity and a continuation of weakness after weakness.

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🇮🇷 | Major General Amir Hatami, Commander-in-Chief of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has called on the Iranian people to participate in the historic farewell and funeral ceremony for the martyred Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.

The full text of his message is as follows:

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

To the noble, proud, and grief-stricken nation of Iran:

The martyrdom of the Leader of the Nation, the Imam of the Ummah, the mujahid, and the revered Commander of the Islamic Revolution, His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Hosseini Khamenei (may Allah be pleased with him), that great man of patience and resistance, at the hands of the vindictive enemies, criminal America, and the usurping Zionist regime, has brought immense sorrow to the hearts of the Iranian nation, Muslims around the world, and all free people.

The sworn enemies of the Iranian nation believed that, through this crime, they could break the will of the Iranian people and sever the spirit of resistance from this land. However, not only did they fail to achieve their sinister objectives, but they were met with a nation more united and determined than ever before.

The martyred Leader and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces presented, throughout his blessed life, a complete model of courage, insight, and steadfastness in confronting global arrogance, inspiring all free people across the world.

Until the final moments of his life, that great mujahid courageously defended the path of resistance and never retreated from the truth in the face of threats or pressure. He leaves behind a priceless legacy of steadfastness and resistance, a legacy for all free nations that will never be forgotten.

It is now our responsibility to renew our covenant with his path and the ideals of the Islamic Revolution through a magnificent, united, and conscious presence at his farewell and funeral ceremony.

Such a presence will send a clear message to the enemies and remind the forces of global arrogance that the path of the martyred Leader and Commander will continue through the unwavering determination of the Iranian nation and under the wise leadership of his worthy successor, His Eminence Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei.

On behalf of all my comrades in the proud and powerful Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran, I invite all noble people, the respected families of the martyrs, veterans, and all followers of the school of resistance to participate in this historic and epic farewell for the martyred Leader and his martyred companions. Let us once again demonstrate to the world that the Iranian nation will never surrender to its enemies and will stand firm until the very end.

“Indeed, Allah is with the patient.”

—Major General Amir Hatami

Commander-in-Chief of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran

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