\u200eH.E. Majid Saffar, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has disclosed that his country is not against its neighbours or any other nation, but is instead defending itself against aggression imposed on it by American imperialists and the Zionist Israeli government.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eHe made these remarks shortly after observing the Friday (Juma) prayers at the National Mosque in Old Kampala on April 4, 2026, addressing a large congregation of Muslim faithful.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eThe Ambassador explained that the conflict stems from what he described as conspiracies designed by the United States and its close allies, Israel, under the guise of false accusations that Iran is harbouring outlawed nuclear weapons that pose a danger to global populations.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200e\u201cPrior to the war, we were fully aware that Americans and Israelis have no respect for any given agreement, international laws, and treaties in view of their materialistic evil interests. But still, we gave them the benefit of the doubt by engaging in rounds of diplomatic talks. Amazingly, they turned around, abandoned them, and immediately began bombardment raids against us in June 2025,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eHe added that the aggressors themselves called for a ceasefire but later resumed the war in February 2026. He accused them of targeting civilian infrastructure, including schools, health facilities, and bridges, actions he said violate international law.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eThe Ambassador further noted that the conflict has claimed the lives of several top Iranian leaders, including \u201cthe martyr, Imam Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,\u201d whom he said was killed while on duty in his office.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u201cLet the whole world know that the people of Iran are very solid, strong, and ready to die while protecting every inch of their country,\u201d Ambassador Saffar vowed, as congregants responded with chants of \u201cAllahu Akbar\u201d (God is the Greatest), which echoed throughout the mosque.<\/p>\n
\u200eHe emphasized that the war would only end on Iran\u2019s terms, adding that lasting peace in the Middle East would be achieved when the people of Palestine regain their country.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eAmbassador Saffar also expressed gratitude to Ugandans for the overwhelming support they have shown since the war began.<\/p>\n
\u200eAfter the prayers, the Ambassador and his entourage\u2014including Mr. Naderi Abbas, Cultural Attach\u00e9, and Mr. Mohsen Aghaloo, First Secretary\u2014held a formal meeting with His Eminence Dr. Sheikh Shaban Ramadan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda. They were joined by other senior officials, including the Deputy Mufti and the Second Deputy Mufti, at the Office of the National Imam within the mosque.<\/p>\n
\u200eDuring the meeting, the Ambassador reiterated that Iran is not attacking its Arab neighbours but is instead targeting enemy military bases located in those countries, which he said are being used as launch sites against Iran.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200e\u201cWe fully informed those Arab leaders long before the war began not to be used by the warmongers,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u200eIn conclusion, he informed the Mufti that Iran has made advancements in science and would be willing to offer educational opportunities to students once the war ends.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eHe also thanked the Mufti for his support during this difficult time.<\/p>\n
\u200eIn his response, the Mufti expressed concern over the loss of innocent lives due to the conflict.\u200e\u201cWe pray that they come back to their senses and abandon such inhuman and heartless acts,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u200e\u200eEarlier, Muslim faithful attended a sermon delivered by Sheikh Hussein Ali Bulafu, who emphasized the importance of valuing time in order to achieve success in both this life and the hereafter.<\/p>\n
\u200eBefore departure, the Iranian Ambassador also appeared on a live talk show on UMSC\u2019s Radio Bilal FM, where he shared updates on the ongoing situation in the Middle East.<\/p>\n
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