Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei firmly rejected President Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender during a bold address on Wednesday. Khamenei stated that Tehran will never bow to foreign pressure. He insisted that threats from the United States do not intimidate the Iranian people.

Khamenei said the Iranian nation is not frightened by absurd rhetoric and accused Trump of trying to scare a country that is not afraid. He called the demands from the US baseless and emphasized that Iran will defend its dignity at any cost.

“The Iranian nation isn’t frightened by such threats.” - Khamenei

He also warned that if the United States launches a military strike on Iran then the consequences would be serious and could not be reversed. Khamenei said the damage to the US would be far worse than anything Iran might suffer.

Khamenei Vows Serious Consequences If Provoked

Khamenei’s comments came just hours after Trump posted on Truth Social claiming the US knows the exact location of the Iranian leader. Trump said they are not acting “for now” but warned that American patience is running out. Trump also demanded Iran stop any attack on civilians or US soldiers.

In his televised remarks, Khamenei said the United States should only threaten those who are scared of being threatened. He claimed Iran is fully prepared and ready to defend itself. He also said recent American statements increase the suspicion that the US was directly involved in Israel’s actions.

Khamenei blamed the Zionist regime for starting the war and accused Washington of backing their aggression. He claimed the US role in the conflict will only hurt them more than it hurts Iran. He made it clear that Iran will never surrender or compromise.

The Iranian media aired Khamenei’s speech across the nation and praised his defiant tone. The situation remains tense as the war between Israel and Iran continues and both sides refuse to step back.