Mojtaba Khamenei Urges Muslim Nations to Unite Against US and Israel

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's Supreme Leader, has called on Muslim nations to set aside their differences and unite against what he described as the "real enemy," according to a report by detikNews published on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Speaking during a Mawlid (Prophet Muhammad's birthday) event, Khamenei framed the United States and Israel as the primary adversaries of the Islamic world. His remarks were reported by multiple Indonesian outlets, including CNN Indonesia and CNBC Indonesia, which noted he specifically addressed Gulf states in his appeal for a unified front.

The call for solidarity comes at a time of heightened tension in the Middle East. According to the reports, Khamenei argued that regional divisions only serve the interests of Washington and Tel Aviv. He urged Muslim countries to recognize a common threat and cooperate strategically against what he termed "US power" in the region, as highlighted by TribunStyle.com.

The event, held during the Mawlid holiday, provided a religious backdrop for his political message. Republika.co.id, which covered the speech in full, noted that Khamenei's remarks were delivered amid what he described as a "difficult period" for the Muslim world in confronting US-Israeli influence.

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The appeal is notable because it extends beyond Iran's usual allies. By explicitly targeting Gulf nations—several of which have normalized or explored ties with Israel in recent years—the speech signals a push for a broader anti-Western coalition.

What to watch next: whether Gulf states respond publicly to the call, and how this rhetoric affects ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region.