Iran’s Sports and Youth Ministry Affirms Loyalty to Supreme Leader, Vows to Uphold National Unity
Following a call from Ayatollah Khamenei to reinforce solidarity among Iranians, Tehran’s sports and youth bodies rally behind his message, pledging continued cohesion and support for the nation.
Tehran, PUREWILAYAH.COM — In a public response to recent remarks by Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Sports and Youth Affairs Ministry of the Islamic Republic of Iran issued a statement reaffirming its dedication to national unity and to upholding the Leader’s vision.
At a mourning ceremony in Tehran commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Reza (AS), Ayatollah Khamenei called on Iranians to preserve solidarity among the citizenry, governmental authorities, and armed forces. He warned that adversaries—having failed to subdue Iran militarily—are now attempting to sow internal divisions.
The Leader emphasised that “the invincible shield of solidarity between the people, officials, and the Armed Forces must never be undermined.”
He further underscored the nation’s defiance of the United States’ “insulting demand for submission” and reiterated Iran’s resolve to resist with strength.
In response, the Sports and Youth Affairs Ministry—on behalf of sports federations and youth-oriented NGOs—issued a statement beginning with the invocation “In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.” It declared the sector’s resolve to advance the Supreme Leader’s intentions without hesitation. The ministry described national unity as a “steel shield,” essential for safeguarding and fostering the country’s growth, and urged its preservation across all societal generations.
Athletes and young members of society echoed this commitment, pledging to reinforce social cohesion and support the Islamic Republic and its leadership, notably President Ebrahim Raisi. With a profound sense of historical duty, the ministry reaffirmed its religious and patriotic obligation to uphold the “sacred and great unity of the Iranian nation” and pledged to continue its active participation in this mission.
Overview:
This statement from the Sports and Youth Affairs Ministry comes at a time when Iran’s leadership emphasises the need for internal unity in the face of external threats. By publicly aligning its message with that of Ayatollah Khamenei, the ministry underscores the critical role of civil society—particularly younger Iranians—in reinforcing social resilience and national solidarity. (PW)
Source: PressTv