Commemoration of the 45th Anniversary of the Sacred Defense Week

According to the Center for Communications and International Relations, the Suprema National Defense University has issued a statement on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the Sacred Defense Week, the text of which is as follows:

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

"And do not think of those who have been killed in the way of Allah as dead. Rather, they are alive with their Lord, receiving provision."

We express our gratitude to God, who in this moment has granted us the preservation and establishment of security, allowing us the honor to stand among the victors and followers of the leadership, those who have conquered the lofty peaks of courage and benevolence. They have made the protection of faith, leadership, and the dignity of the Iranian people, as well as the safeguarding of our geographical borders, their ultimate goal, so that the grateful nation of Islamic Iran may rest peacefully.

The term "Sacred Defense" is the most familiar word in the lexicon of the glorious epics of Islamic Iran, with memories of its valorous deeds forever etched in the illustrious history of this land. The creators of this great epic represent the most beautiful chapter of this culture, having become steadfast travelers on a sacred path illuminated by their strong will and faith, for which the reward is immortality and continuity.

On this occasion, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all colleagues, professors, researchers, and students of the National Defense University on the arrival of the 45th anniversary of the Sacred Defense Week, the anniversary of the epic struggle for the homeland and the Quran. We pray for their increasing success in serving the sacred system of the Islamic Republic of Iran under the auspices of the awaited Imam Al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) and the wise leadership of the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei (may he continue to lead us).