Message [Reply to a message of condolence on the martyrdom of Mesters. Raja'i and Bahonar]

In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful

Mr. Leonid Brezhnev (?), Chairperson of the Presidency of the Soviet Union, Nicholay Tikhanov, prime minister,

I received your message of condolence on the martyrdom of two great and committed officials of our country, the beloved president and the prime minister. I appreciate your sympathy and kindness. It is hoped these tragic incidents will make the oppressed nations of the world more harmonious against colonialists and more determined in their struggle for independence and freedom.

Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini

Shahrivar 12,1360 AHS