Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani declared in a televised interview that Iran, following a future war, will rise to what he described as an “exalted peak” and play a central role in preparing humanity for the coming of the Mahdi — a messianic figure in Shiite Islam.
Speaking on Iranian television, Zakani expressed confidence in Iran’s destiny, framing the country’s future not only in geopolitical terms but also as part of a broader religious mission. The program’s host responded affirmatively, saying, “Inshallah. This will definitely happen,” reinforcing the ideological tone of the discussion.
NEWSRAEL: WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT
Zakani’s remarks reflect the deeply rooted ideological and religious motivations guiding Iran’s leadership. The explicit linkage between geopolitical conflict and apocalyptic religious beliefs underscores how Iran’s regime views its role on the global stage — not merely as a nation-state, but as a driver of a religious endgame.