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Pezeshkian credits victory against Israel to strong defense, national unity

Iran Press TV

Sunday, 13 July 2025 11:29 AM

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has credited Iran's triumph in the 12-day war against Israel to the nation's robust defense capabilities and unwavering cohesion, emphasizing their significance in overcoming the Israeli regime's aggression.

Pezeshkian made the statement in an unannounced visit to Iran's Oil Ministry on Sunday as he appreciated the diligent efforts of the ministry's managers and staffers to prevent shortages and challenges in the energy supply during the Israeli-imposed war.

"It was you, along with people from various walks of life, who, with the right understanding and timely wisdom, thwarted the enemy's plots to destabilize the country," the Iranian president said.

"If it weren't for the people's unity and active engagement on the ground, alongside our Armed Forces' capabilities and missiles that dismantled Israel's reputation, our triumph and victory would have been unattainable."

Pezeshkian also emphasized the administration's commitment to promoting diplomacy as a means to prevent future wars and conflicts.

"War benefits no one and never has a winner," he asserted.

"We are dedicated to fostering peace, tranquility, and stability, driven by our motto and strategy of national unity, internal solidarity, and fostering amicable relationships with our neighbors and global community.

"We do not engage in aggression and have no intention to do so; however, we will steadfastly resist any attempts at intimidation or coercion," he concluded.

On June 13, Israel launched a blatant and unprovoked aggression against Iran, assassinating many high-ranking military commanders, nuclear scientists, and ordinary civilians.

More than a week later, the United States also jumped on the bandwagon and bombed three Iranian nuclear sites in a grave violation of the United Nations Charter, international law, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

In response, Iranian armed forces targeted strategic sites across the occupied territories as well as the al-Udeid air base in Qatar, the largest American military base in West Asia.

On June 24, the regime declared a unilateral ceasefire without any preconditions, a sign of its defeat in the face of powerful and unwavering Iranian retaliation.