Rewritten Title: A Nation of 90 Million: Speaker Lauds Iran’s Unwavering Revolutionary Spirit
In a powerful address commemorating the legacy of Iran’s martyrs, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf emphasized the enduring strength of the nation’s revolutionary foundations and the unifying culture of sacrifice.
Honoring the Martyrs’ Legacy
Speaking at a major congress in Mashhad honoring 18,000 martyrs of Khorasan Razavi Province, Ghalibaf paid tribute to the sacrifices made for the nation. He stated that such commemorations serve as a vital reminder for the people, especially the youth, ensuring that the values of the revolution are never forgotten in a complex world.
“The most important blessing of these ceremonies for those of us who stood alongside the martyrs is that we never lapse into negligence,” Ghalibaf remarked. He described the martyrs not merely as a memory of history, but as the “awakened conscience of society,” to whom any fair-minded citizen feels a profound debt.
The Culture of Sacrifice and National Resilience
The Speaker articulated that the achievements of the martyrs extend far beyond military victories. He highlighted that the core culture of self-sacrifice and perseverance they embodied is the nation’s greatest asset.
“All 90 million people of our nation are the solid core of the system and the revolution,” Ghalibaf declared. He pointed to recent conflicts as evidence of this enduring spirit, where the Iranian people, inspired by this culture, stood resolutely against adversaries. “Martyrs taught us the culture of self-sacrifice and were the manifestation of the logic of honor,” he added. “A brave Iranian never compromises their dignity nor bows to oppression.”
A Timeless Spirit for New Generations
Ghalibaf strongly refuted the notion that the culture of martyrdom belongs to a specific generation or era. He recalled that while his own generation was foundational to the revolution, it was the youth from later decades who demonstrated exceptional courage in recent confrontations.
“Despite a more than 75 percent probability of martyrdom or injury, our youth did not hesitate for a moment,” he stated. “Therefore, the culture of martyrdom is not for a specific generation or class.”
Khorasan: A Bastion of Sacrifice and Service
A significant portion of the address was dedicated to honoring the unparalleled contributions of Khorasan Province. Ghalibaf detailed its leading role in supplying forces for the front lines across all operational fields during the imposed war.
“The Khorasan region collectively presented 24,000 martyrs to the country,” he announced, underscoring the province’s critical role in maintaining national security and defending ideological borders. He shared poignant anecdotes of individual bravery from the region, illustrating the profound depth of commitment and faith that characterized its defenders.
In conclusion, Ghalibaf affirmed that the spirit of Khorasan—a hub of “culture, courage, martyrdom, guardianship, logic, and honor”—is alive and well, as demonstrated by its children who continue to shine in the nation’s defense.
