A History Of Strong Statements

Iran's Ebrahim Raisi: A Hardline President in Focus

A History of Strong Statements

Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has made headlines with his strong statements on Israel. In his UN speech in September, he condemned Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories, saying that "people see Iran as a secure partner."

In April 2022, Raisi warned that Israel would be targeted by his country's armed forces if it made "the slightest move" against Iran.

A Conservative Leader

Ebrahim Raisi, 63, is a hard-line religious cleric who was elected president of Iran in 2021. He is known for his ultra-conservative views, which include expediting the country's nuclear program.