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Velayati discusses snapback mechanism, Israeli aggression: Exclusive
Al Mayadeen English
September 24, 2025
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In an exclusive interview with Al Mayadeen, Advisor to Iran's Leader, Ali
Akbar Velayati rejects European sanctions on Iran, condemns Israeli crimes
in the region, and reaffirms Iran’s support for the Resistance and Muslim
nations.

   - [image: In this Jan. 30, 2020, photo, Ali Akbar Velayati, adviser to
   the Iranian leader Sayyed Ali Khamenei, waves to media at the conclusion of
   his press conference, in Tehran, Iran. (AP)]
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   In this January 30, 2020, photo, Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to the Iranian
   leader Sayyed Ali Khamenei, waves to media at the conclusion of his press
   conference, in Tehran, Iran. (*AP*)

In an exclusive interview with *Al Mayadeen* during Iran’s Sacred Defense
Week, Ali Akbar Velayati, senior advisor to Iranian Leader Sayyed Ali
Khamenei, addressed a wide range of pressing regional and international
issues.

Velayati rejected Europe's decision to revive nuclear sanctions on Iran,
condemned the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/-greater-israel--plan-exposes-tel-aviv-s-expansionist-plans>
and attacks on Qatar, and reaffirmed Tehran's unwavering support for the
Axis of Resistance, Palestinian self-determination, and the rights of
oppressed peoples across the region.

Responding the reactivation of the snapback mechanism by the European Troika
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/iran--e3-talks-on-nuclear-issue-ongoing-amid-threat-of-sanct>,
Britain, France, and Germany, Velayati said the action exposed the
longstanding enmity of the West, including the US, towards the Iranian
people.

“This hostile move once again reveals the true face of the historic
animosity rooted in Western colonial and hegemonic policies,” he stated.

He blasted the move as a clear violation of UN Security Council Resolution
2231 and a desperate attempt to hinder Iran’s scientific and defense
advancements, as well as an attempt to exert pressure on the Resistance
Axis.

While reiterating Iran’s longstanding commitment to peaceful diplomacy
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/dialogue--impossible--with--anyone-bullying--ahead-of-unga>,
Velayati warned that Tehran would respond to such provocations with
strength and national dignity.

“These measures will do nothing but deepen Europe’s isolation on the world
stage. Iran, grounded in faith, science, and the unity of its people, will
continue progressing at full speed,” he stressed.
Trump reminiscent of Hitler

Additionally, Velayati drew parallels between the United States under
President Donald Trump and the rise of Nazi Germany, comparing Trump's
behavior to Hitler's
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/trump-s--antiwar--pledge-gave-way-to-expanding-militarism--n>
at the start of the Second World War.

“Trump’s behavior is reminiscent of Hitler’s actions at the start of World
War II. Just as Hitler intimidated Western powers into submission in 1939,
Trump has followed a similarly dangerous path: one that will not end well
for him or his allies.”

Condemning "Israel's" attack on Qatar, the top Iranian official said it
represented a broader campaign that exclusively targets the Muslim world
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/-israel-s--qatar-strike-backfires--fueling-diplomatic-fallou>,
further likening the Israeli entity's actions to the atrocities committed
during the medieval era.

“What happened in Qatar reveals the same crusader mentality, where Muslims
are slaughtered simply for being Muslim. Today, a rogue entity, ejected
even by followers of Prophet Moses (peace be upon him), commits unspeakable
crimes against innocent civilians.”

He referenced historical accounts of the Crusades, quoting Richard the
Lionheart’s notorious letter detailing the bloodshed in al-Quds, "In
Jerusalem, the blood of Muslims ran up to our knees."

Velayati asserted that modern Zionism is a radical offshoot of extremist
evangelical movements, the same ideology that orchestrated the post-9/11
wars in the region. "They are the same ones who, after the attack on the
World Trade Center towers, prompted Bush to declare that the crusades have
returned. Later, it became clear that the same current had orchestrated the
attack to provide a pretext for the invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan."

He also criticized the duplicity of Western powers, particularly the US and
UK, whom he condemned for openly supporting "Israel" at the start of the
attack on Qatar, only to distance themselves later when their objectives
failed
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/trump-claim-he-was-not-informed-of-qatar-strike-proven-false>
.

“Despite Qatar’s support for the US, Washington initially backed the
aggression. After failing to eliminate Hamas's leaders, it eased its tone.
As for Britain, evidence suggests one of its refueling aircraft supported
Israeli fighter jets under the guise of joint drills with Qatari forces.”

Therefore, Velayati expressed hope that the Islamic and Arab nations would
learn from these experiences and acknowledge the effective achievements of
the Resistance in confronting their fierce enemies. "The Islamic Republic
of Iran is sincerely ready to provide all necessary support to Islamic
countries in defending their sovereignty and interests," he stressed.
Resistance strong despite all odds

As for the efforts to weaken Resistance movements in the region
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/disarmament-calls-aim-to-weaken-the-people--iraqi-hezbollah>,
particularly Hezbollah in Lebanon, Velayati affirmed that such conspiracies
are not new and have consistently failed.

“For over four decades, I’ve witnessed Western and Zionist plots in Lebanon
and Iraq. Today, the Resistance is stronger, more experienced, and more
determined than ever. These new conspiracies will fail just like those
before them.”

In this context, he praised the resilience of the Lebanese and Iraqi
people, as well as the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), stating they
continue to stand firm against US and Israeli interference.
Condemnations insufficient, action needed

Velayati also explored the situation in Gaza, denouncing "Israel's" crimes
as "monstrous"
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/-israel--hits-refugee-camps--tents--fishermen--gaza-death-to>,
as the occupation continues burying children alive, targeting pregnant
women, assassinating Palestinian elites and intellectuals, and pulverizing
vital infrastructure.

“These are not just war crimes, they are acts of genocide, cultural
erasure, and demographic annihilation,” he said.

Velayati stressed that condemnation alone is not enough, and outlined
urgent measures the international community must take, including:

   1. Exerting international pressure to open humanitarian crossings and
   break the siege on Gaza
   2. Establishing a special international tribunal to prosecute Israeli
   war criminals
   3. Imposing sweeping economic, political, and military sanctions on
   "Israel"
   4. Ensuring uncensored media coverage of the crimes committed in Gaza


*Read more: Strategic ambiguity of nuclear program gives Iran advantage:
Marandi
<https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/strategic-ambiguity-of-nuclear-program-gives-iran-advantage>*
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