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Video/Former Basij Commander Narrates Founder of the Revolution's Advice for Preventing War

Sep 17, 2026 September 17, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Rahmani recounts how Imam Khomeini advised the Iranian government to strengthen communication to prevent war with Iraq shortly after the Iranian Revolution. This highlights the early concerns about external threats to the nascent Islamic Republic.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The recounting of Khomeini's advice serves as a reminder of the historical roots of Iran's defensive strategies and its perception of external threats.

👥 Key Players

Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Rahmani MENTIONED
Former Basij Commander
"Rahmani's position within the Basij, a paramilitary volunteer force, highlights the importance of military and ideological leadership in Iran's political landscape."
Imam Khomeini MENTIONED
Founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran
"Khomeini's leadership and decisions shaped the early years of the Islamic Republic and continue to influence Iranian politics and ideology."

📰 What Happened

Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Rahmani shared insights on Imam Khomeini's advice to Iranian officials to enhance communication to avert war with Iraq shortly after the 1979 Revolution. This reflects the early concerns about external threats to the new regime.

  • Imam Khomeini emphasized the need for strong communication to prevent conflict.
  • The context was the immediate post-revolution period when Iran faced potential aggression from Iraq.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This highlights the ongoing narrative of external threats that the Iranian government uses to unify and mobilize support domestically.
🌍 Regional: It underscores the historical context of Iran-Iraq relations, which remain tense and influential in regional politics.
🌐 International: Understanding these historical perspectives can inform international approaches to Iran, especially regarding its military posture and foreign relations.

📚 Background

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 led to the establishment of an Islamic Republic, which faced immediate threats from both internal and external actors, particularly Iraq under Saddam Hussein.

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📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a former commander, Rahmani's views may reflect the official narrative of the Iranian government, emphasizing the importance of unity and vigilance against perceived threats.

Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Rahmani stated that sometimes some people ask what the founder of the Revolution did to prevent the occurrence of war. He emphasized that after a meeting with the then government, Imam Khomeini insisted that officials take strong communication measures to prevent a war between Iran and Iraq. We had just revolutionized, and there might be individuals encouraging Saddam to go to war with Iran.

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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →

Translation confidence: 85%

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