Iran will never give up on avenging Khamenei’s assassination , Army Chief vows

Iran's army chief, Major General Amir Hatami, has declared that the country will never abandon its quest for revenge over the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowing to pursue justice for the former supreme leader's killing until results are achieved.

Iran’s army chief, Major General Amir Hatami, has declared that the country will never abandon its quest for revenge over the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, vowing to pursue justice for the former supreme leader’s killing until results are achieved.

“Those who committed this crime must know that the nation of Iran and all of us will never cease in our pursuit of and demand for justice. We will not let go of them, and this is a definitive decision that we will follow through until we achieve results,” Hatami stated, according to Press TV.

The remarks come as Iran continues its week-long funeral ceremonies for Khamenei, who was assassinated in a US-Israel strike on February 28, triggering a 108-day war that resulted in over 3,600 casualties in Iran and 13 American troop deaths. Hatami’s warning underscores Iran’s determination to hold those responsible accountable, even as the country navigates a fragile ceasefire and ongoing negotiations with the United States under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

The army chief’s statement reflects the deeply held sentiment among Iran’s leadership and military establishment that the assassination of Khamenei remains an open wound that demands a response. While the ceasefire has de-escalated tensions for now, Iran’s leadership has made it clear that the pursuit of justice—whether through diplomatic, legal, or other means—will not be abandoned.

The vow to avenge Khamenei’s death also serves as a rallying cry for Iran’s domestic audience, reinforcing the regime’s narrative of resistance against external enemies. It also signals to regional and international actors that Iran’s grievances over the assassination remain unresolved and could shape its future foreign policy and military posture. As the funeral processions continue and the country grapples with the transition to a new supreme leader, Hatami’s warning is a reminder that the legacy of Khamenei’s death will continue to influence Iran’s actions for years to come.