Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei stated on the 16th that Iran has the capability to carry out even heavier blows against the United States and others.
In a speech delivered during a meeting with officials from the judiciary, he said that Iran's retaliation for the US attack was an extremely precise strike, 'targeting the United States' extremely sensitive core facilities within the region.'
He stated: 'Iran can deliver even heavier blows against the United States and other parties than this.'
He pointed out that Iran has never welcomed war, from the past to the present, but whenever faced with enemy aggression, its counterattack will always be resolute and powerful.
He said, 'Israel realizes that it cannot cope with Iran; if it was capable of self-defense, it would not seek help from the United States.'
He emphasized the necessity of holding Israel legally accountable for the 'crimes' it committed in the recent war.
Attempting to Overthrow Iran’s Regime Through War
In addition, Khamenei issued a statement on his website pointing out that the attacks launched by Israel in last month’s 12-day war aimed to weaken Iran’s national system.
He stated: 'The invaders' calculations and plans were to weaken the system by targeting certain individuals and sensitive centers in Iran.'
He said this move was intended to incite 'unrest, getting people to take to the streets to overthrow the current system.'