Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made a public appearance at an iftar ceremony in Tehran, marking his first such event since the onset of the Israel-Iran war. The event, a gathering for the breaking of the fast during Ramadan, was attended by various Iranian officials. This public appearance comes after weeks of escalated tensions and military exchanges between Iran and Israel, raising international concerns about potential regional destabilization. Khamenei’s speech focused on domestic issues and regional politics, emphasizing Iran’s stance against Israel and its continued support for allies in the region.