Hawzah News Agency- Hojatoleslam Qazi Askari, the custodian of the holy shrine of Hazrat Abd al-Azim (PBUH) in Tehran, made the remarks in an interview with the Hawzah News Agency, emphasizing that divine tradition is founded upon the destruction of oppression and the triumph of truth.
"The history of the prophets and the fate of oppressive governments show that powers built on oppression do not last," he said. "Although the fulfillment of divine promises may take time for various reasons, God's assistance will ultimately reach the believers and those who stand firm on the path of truth."
Describing history as the best evidence of the transience of oppression, Qazi Askari added: "If we review human history—from the story of Abel and Cain and the lives of the prophets through the era of the Prophet of Islam (PBUH)—we clearly see that oppressors have perished while the names and memories of truth-seekers have endured. Pharaoh and the oppressive powers of Moses' time, and Abu Jahl and Abu Sufyan of the age of ignorance, have all vanished, yet the name of the Prophet of Islam remains alive across the world. No enduring legacy remains of Muawiyah and Yazid as role models, while the name of Imam Hussein (PBUH) is revered worldwide and among all freedom-loving people."
The cleric noted that the destruction of oppressors should not be expected to occur immediately after every act of injustice, saying: "The world is a place of testing, and one of the trials of humanity is how they behave in the face of oppression and hardship. Sometimes circumstances unfold in a way that believers ask themselves when God's assistance will arrive—as the Holy Quran says: 'When will the help of Allah come?'—and it immediately promises: 'Unquestionably, the help of Allah is near.' Therefore, one must not despair on the path of truth."
Referring to the legacy of the martyred leader and his emphasis on the victory of the Iranian nation, Hojatoleslam Qazi Askari said: "Although the martyred leader is no longer physically among us, his thoughts, ideas and guidance remain alive in society. He repeatedly spoke with confidence about the victory of the Iranian nation, stressing that a nation that has stood firm for God's sake and offered martyrs will ultimately triumph."
Commenting on recent developments and threats against Iran, the custodian of Hazrat Abd al-Azim shrine said: "In recent months, American officials have repeatedly spoken of destroying Iran and Iranian civilization and have made various threats, but the Iranian nation did not succumb to fear and remained on the scene, relying on the spirit it learned from the guidance of its martyred leader."
"The people's continuous presence on the scene and the steadfastness of the country's defense forces, particularly in border areas, have shown that the Iranian nation will not retreat in the face of threats," he added.
Qazi Askari stressed that resistance carries costs, saying: "We may suffer harm and offer martyrs on the path of steadfastness, but we believe that if we remain firm on the path of truth, victory will ultimately belong to Islam and Iran."
He described recent political developments in the United States and the Israeli regime as signs that should be analyzed within the framework of the divine promise concerning the fate of oppressors, noting that recent elections in the occupied territories and the US have had consequences for governments supporting the Israeli regime.
Referring to Netanyahu's failure to secure the votes he needed and the positions of his political rivals, Hojatoleslam Qazi Askari expressed hope that the course of events would lead to his removal and his trial for war crimes.
He also pointed to the results of the US midterm elections and the Republicans' defeat in a number of races, saying: "Some media outlets and analysts have described these developments as a political earthquake. Even Trump has linked part of the American people's dissatisfaction to the consequences of the war, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on energy prices and inflation."
The custodian of Hazrat Abd al-Azim shrine said there is no difference between Republicans and Democrats in the essence of US policy toward Iran, adding: "The main issue is that Iran's resistance has imposed costs on the United States and its allies."
Referring to violent attacks in Iran and the martyrdom of children, commanders and the martyred leader, Qazi Askari emphasized: "Oppressors must not imagine that committing crimes will close the file on their actions. God is lying in wait for the oppressors, and they must face the consequences of their injustice. This is not limited to Iran—the fate of Saddam is another example; the powers that once supported him ultimately turned against him, and his regime collapsed."
The cleric also highlighted the strategic position of the Strait of Hormuz, saying: "Recent developments have shown just how important Iran's geographic and strategic position is to the world. Restrictions on transit through this waterway can affect energy markets and fuel and commodity prices in various countries, especially in Europe, creating significant economic pressure."
Referring to the role of Yemeni resistance and the position of Bab al-Mandab, Qazi Askari said: "Despite their limited resources, the Yemenis have stood firm, and the strategic position of Bab al-Mandab is of particular importance."
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