Iranian leaders stress unity in support of Gaza on Quds Day
At rallies to mark Quds Day, Iran’s leaders called for Muslim solidarity with the Palestinian people and accused the West of hypocritically supporting human rights while ignoring genocide in Gaza.
Iranian officials stated their support for Palestinians in Gaza during the Quds Day rallies, which take place on the last Friday of Ramadan in support of Palestinians.
“I hope that the people of Gaza can have a normal life and for this, everyone has to stand up,” said President Hassan Rouhani before joining the rallies. “We can be victorious against the invaders if Muslims are united with one hand. With respect to Israel, there is no option other than unity, persistence and resistance.”
Rouhani continued, “History will judge those who are silent, that when children and innocents are killed are silent,” adding, “In previous Quds Day rallies, the cry was for the land of Muslims and dear Quds, which has been occupied by the occupier, be freed and people return to their homeland. But this year, we are witnessing … genocide in the Palestinian territories.”
“Israel should understand that it cannot keep its previous arms for its occupation. It has to take steps toward humanity and the desires of the world,” Rouhani said.
