In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
Lebanon's regrettable situation and the suffering imposed on our oppressed brothers-in-faith in south of the country has caused much anguish and sorrow. At present the large and well-equipped army of tens of thousands of the professional criminals of Israel- that nucleus of mischief- with the help of their weapons, cannons, tanks and warplanes, have taken control of the southern areas of the country, the heartland of our brothers-in-faith, driving the oppressed inhabitants away, destroying their homes and setting fire to their farms. The Islamic governments are often indifferent, and perhaps accomplices, to the atrocities taking place, or are occupied with meetings and inconclusive negotiations, leaving the brave Palestinian crusaders alone in their valiant confrontation with Israel. Perhaps this shows a conspiracy between the super powers. At present, our brothers and their homeless children are in great torment and face many dangers. It is essential that the benevolent Muslims, especially the noble people of Iran who lead in charitable deeds, bestir themselves and rush to the succor of the homeless refugees, assisting them with whatever means possible. With a sense of duty before the Exalted Lord, they should not stint any kind of respectable help. In case they wish to make use of the blessed Share of the Imam (`a) for the refugees and the war-stricken people, they are permitted to do so up to one-third. It is hoped that the heads of the Islamic governments, especially the Arab ones, strive jointly to repulse Israel, this mass of mischief. If they fail to do so, there is the possibility, God forbid, of such an eventuality arising in countries of similar type. I pray to the Exalted Lord to sever the hands of the foreigners and their supporters. I also pray for the independence of Islamic countries. May peace be upon those who follow the guidance.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini
Rabi` ath-Thani 12,1398 AH