According to CCTV News, Iranian President Pezeshkian stated during an inspection of the Iranian Red Crescent Society on the 15th that he “believes no force can force the Iranian people to surrender.”
Pezeshkian said that attacks by the United States and Israel on civilian facilities in Iran, such as schools and hospitals, mean they completely disregard humanitarian principles. “This is shameful, and the whole world should see it.”
Pezeshkian said: “They (the US and Israel) claim we (Iranians) are terrorists, but they are the real terrorists because they kill people arbitrarily, anytime and anywhere, and then openly talk about human rights.” Pezeshkian pointed out that the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran’s infrastructure expose their desperation and weakness.
Pezeshkian condemned some countries for remaining silent in the face of US and Israeli actions and expressed gratitude for the support of friendly countries such as China, Russia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Iraq.
Iranian Red Crescent Society
The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) is Iran’s primary humanitarian organization, established in 1922 and officially recognized by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in 1924. Modeled on the international principles of the movement, its history is deeply tied to providing disaster relief, emergency medical services, and social welfare support both within Iran and internationally. Today, it operates as a major relief agency, playing a critical role in responding to domestic earthquakes and floods, as well as offering humanitarian aid in conflict zones.
United States
The United States is a federal republic in North America founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain. Its history is marked by westward expansion, industrialization, and its emergence as a global superpower in the 20th century. Culturally, it is a diverse nation often described as a “melting pot,” with significant global influence in areas such as technology, entertainment, and politics.
Israel
Israel is a modern state established in 1948 in the historical region of the ancient Land of Israel, a birthplace of Judaism and Christianity with a history spanning over three millennia. It is home to significant religious sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, including Jerusalem’s Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Al-Aqsa Mosque. The area has been a central stage for ancient kingdoms, numerous empires, and modern conflict, deeply shaping its complex cultural and political landscape.
China
China is one of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations, with a recorded history spanning over 4,000 years, marked by successive dynasties, profound philosophical traditions like Confucianism, and inventions such as paper and gunpowder. Today, it is a vast modern nation-state officially known as the People’s Republic of China, blending its immense historical heritage with rapid economic development and global influence. Key cultural sites, like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, stand as monumental testaments to its imperial past and enduring cultural identity.
Russia
Russia is the world’s largest country by land area, spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. Its history is marked by the rise and fall of the Tsarist Empire, the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution which established the Soviet Union, and its re-emergence as the Russian Federation in 1991. It is renowned for its vast landscapes, iconic architecture like the Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral, and profound contributions to literature, music, and ballet.
Turkey
Turkey, officially the Republic of Turkey, is a transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Its history is profoundly layered, having been the heartland of successive empires including the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, the latter ruling over vast territories for centuries before the modern republic was founded in 1923. Today, it is renowned for its unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, historic sites like Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia and Cappadocia’s rock formations, and its pivotal geopolitical role.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan is a country located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, historically shaped by Persian, Turkic, and Russian influences. It is known for its ancient cultural sites, such as the walled city of Baku with its medieval Maiden Tower and the iconic Flame Towers, reflecting its nickname as the “Land of Fire” due to long-standing natural gas vents. The region’s history spans millennia, from early Caucasian Albanian kingdoms to being a significant part of the Silk Road and, more recently, an independent republic since 1991 following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Iraq
Iraq, historically known as Mesopotamia, is a country in the Middle East often called the “Cradle of Civilization” for its ancient cities like Babylon and Ur, where some of the world’s earliest writing, laws, and empires emerged. In the modern era, it was established as a kingdom in 1932 after the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire and has since experienced significant political upheaval, including the Saddam Hussein regime and conflicts in the 21st century. Today, it is home to profound cultural heritage sites, such as the reconstructed ruins of Babylon and the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala, though many archaeological treasures have been damaged by recent wars.
