Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that the United States and Israel suffered major setbacks during the recent 12-day conflict, calling their plans against Iran a complete failure. In a televised address on November 27, Khamenei said the war was part of a 20-year strategy aimed at destabilizing Iran and turning its people against the government, but instead, it strengthened national unity. He asserted that despite some Iranian losses, the Islamic Republic proved its determination and resilience, while the enemy endured greater damage. Khamenei also condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as one of the region’s worst tragedies and accused the US of complicity in those crimes. He further criticized Washington’s role in the Ukraine war and its support for Israeli operations in Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank. Emphasizing Iran’s growing influence through its resistance culture, Khamenei urged continued public support for the government, economic prudence, and moral faith, while highlighting the importance of the Basij volunteer force as a symbol of national strength and continuity.