Khamenei Calls for Muslim Unity, Urges Gulf Rulers to Identify 'Real Enemy'

On the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a public message to the Gulf States. The post, released after months of absence from the public eye, urged Gulf rulers to seek unity among Muslims and to "identify their real enemy and understand the plans to confront it." The message was aimed at encouraging Gulf governments to reassess their security posture and diplomatic priorities. While no direct policy shift has been announced, the call signals Khamenei’s continued engagement with Gulf leaders and may influence how those states frame their regional security strategies moving forward.