Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday that more than 14 million Iranians have declared their readiness to sacrifice their lives to defend the country, according to a statement shared on X, as heavy strikes continue to hit multiple cities across the nation. President Pezeshkian added that he personally remains “devoted to giving my life for Iran,” underscoring the leadership’s rallying call for national unity amid escalating hostilities.
The remarks come against the backdrop of intensified conflict involving US and Israeli forces, with widespread airstrikes reported across urban centres and critical infrastructure. The large number of volunteers cited by the president reflects Tehran’s effort to mobilise public support as diplomatic and military pressures mount.
