Iran's Supreme Leader Stresses Persian Language's Role in Cultural Independence on May 15

According to Jin10 Data, on May 15, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mujtaba stressed the importance of the Persian language in preserving Iranian national identity, cultural traditions, and civilization independence. Speaking on Persian Language Day and the commemoration of poet Firdawsi, Mujtaba emphasized that Persian is not merely a communication tool but a key carrier of Iranian national thought and identity. He highlighted that Persian language and literature are vital resources for spreading Iranian Islamic civilization globally.

Mujtaba noted that Iran’s display of “brave resistance and glorious victory” in face of external aggression aids in better protecting civilizational independence. He called for strengthening defensive capacity in language, culture, and values, particularly through innovation in youth education and cultural development to safeguard national civilization independence.