Khamenei: Iran's Attack on US Airbase a 'Slap in the Face'

2025-06-26 18:00:31.593

Following a 12-day war with Israel and a subsequent ceasefire, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei released a video address. In his first public comments since June 19th, Khamenei, appearing tired and hoarse, claimed Iran's strike on a U.S. airbase in Qatar was a 'slap to America's face'. He warned against further attacks from the U.S. or Israel. Khamenei downplayed the impact of recent U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, stating that President Trump's claims of complete obliteration were exaggerated. The speech, lasting over 10 minutes, contained numerous warnings and threats toward the U.S. and Israel.