‘Iran Won't Surrender’: Khamenei Says Israel Made A 'Grave Mistake', Warns Of Consequences

Last Updated:June 18, 2025, 16:38 IST

Iran War News: In a first television address to the nation after the latest conflict, the supreme leader asserted that Tehran will not surrender or accept an imposed peace or war.

The Supreme Leader holds absolute power over political and religious matters. (AP Photo)

Israel Iran Conflict: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned Israel of “dire consequences" and said that Tehran will harshly retaliate against Israel’s attacks as aerial attacks between the two nations continued overnight, marking the sixth day of the war.

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In a first television address to the nation after the latest conflict, the supreme leader asserted that Tehran will not surrender or accept an imposed peace or war.

“The Zionist regime made a big mistake and will be punished for its actions. Our people will not spare the blood of their martyrs and will not stop violating their country’s airspace," he said.

He further gave a message to the United States saying that Iran will not surrender and further warned that any US strike will have serious irreparable consequences.

“Our armed forces are ready to defend the homeland, supported by officials and all segments of the nation. The Americans should know that the Iranian nation will not surrender and that any military intervention by them will undoubtedly cause irreparable damage," he added.

His warning to US came after President Donald Trump issued veiled threats at Khamenei and demanded the “unconditional surrender" of the Islamic Republic.

In a Truth Social post, the US president warned Iran that it had total control over the skies of Tehran and also information on the whereabouts of Khamenei. “We are not going to take him out (kill!) — at least not for now". Trump warned, “Our patience is wearing thin", before demanding Iran’s “UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" minutes later.

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Khamenei then responded, “The battle begins. Ali returns to Khaybar". Shortly after, he declared, “We must give a strong response to the terrorist Zionist regime. We will show the Zionists no mercy".

Earlier today, Khamenei vowed retaliation and said, “We must give a strong response to the terrorist Zionist regime. We will show the Zionists no mercy."

The military conflict between Iran and Israel further intensified on Wednesday after the hostilities continued for the sixth consecutive day. Explosions were heard in Tehran today as intense Israeli airstrikes again targeted Iran’s capital, including Tehran’s District 18 area, near the Mehrabad airport.

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Intense Israeli airstrikes have killed 585 people and wounded 1,326 others across Iran since last Friday, news agency AP reported citing source from Iran’s Health Ministry on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, Iran’s missile attacks hit several parts of Tel Aviv on the dawn of Wednesday, causing significant damage.

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