Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged citizens to stand firmly against “the enemy” amid continuing international and regional tensions involving Iran. The remarks were reported by the state news agency IRNA and published on July 29, 2026, according to the source.

In a speech, Pezeshkian said Iranians must continue their fight against their enemies and remain strong in front of them so they do not bow to injustice or oppression. He described Iran’s position around the world as evidence that the country has been able to establish a unique example of struggle and resistance.

The president also addressed his government’s responsibilities toward citizens. He said that, in the same way, the government cannot commit any form of injustice or oppression against people in the country. His comments paired a call for resistance to external opponents with a stated rejection of mistreatment of Iranian citizens by the authorities.