In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
His Highness Ayatullah Mr. Najafi, may his blessings last long,
After offering my greetings, I would like to acknowledge the receipt of your kind telegram congratulating the great victories of the combatants of Islam. Reciprocally, I extend my congratulation to you and the devotees of Islam and the Holy Qur'an on the proud victories of the Muslim combatants. Since its outset, Islam has been embroiled in wars because of its selfish enemies and some unrestrained willful persons, but has proceeded with the grace of God Almighty and assistance from the Unseen. The brazen attack of the disbeliever Ba'ath party of Iraq was instigated by the superpowers, particularly the world-devouring America with the motive of serving the enemies of Islam and humanity. It was predicted from the outset that it would face disgraceful defeat, bringing about adversity, antipathy and humiliation for the enemies of God Almighty and dignity and pride for Islam and Muslims. This and other victories are indebted to the divine favor of God Almighty and the support of the Savior (may our souls be sacrificed for him) and the pure prayers of the righteous ones. This miraculous spirit of the valorous armed forces of the army, revolutionary guards and the mobilized forces and other military and disciplinary and popular forces in the warfronts as well as the honorable Iranian nation behind the frontlines- an unprecedented act in history- are indebted to their good will, unquestioning faith and firm resolution. May God enhance this human and divine spirit! I hope that you and other prominent maraja(religious reference authorities) and distinguished `ulama' will not desist from praying for the final victory of Islam over blasphemy. May God's peace, mercy and blessings be upon you!
Rouhullah Mousawi Khomeini
Rajab al-Murajjab 17,1402 AH