Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh said Iranians remain “united like a clenched fist” after the reported killing of Ali Khamenei. Speaking in Mumbai, he said Iran would continue defending itself, rejected claims of leadership chaos, and criticised US sanctions and a maritime attack on an Iranian vessel.

Mumbai: Following the killing of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Consul General of Iran in Mumbai, Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh, has asserted that the Iranian nation remains united "like a clenched fist" in its resolute defence against foreign aggression.

In a wide-ranging interview with ANI, the Consul General addressed the regional escalation and the internal stability of the country.

"Regarding the martyrdom of the great Leader and in appreciation of the great nation of Iran, the scenario that can be expected from Iran is very clear. We are defending ourselves. As long as we are able to push the enemy back and stabilise the situation, we will continue our resolute and courageous defence," Motlagh stated.

Refuting claims of internal instability or irregular succession, he clarified the institutional processes governing the leadership.