In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
His Excellency Mr. Ma'moun `Abdul-Qayyoum, President of the Maldives,
The receipt of your congratulatory telegram on the start of the New Islamic Lunar Year is acknowledged with gratitude. Unfortunately, last year the greatest tragedy was inflicted on the body of the dear Islam by the mercenary Sa`oudi family. On the order of its criminal master, the world-devouring America, this subservient regime massacred thousands of defenseless Muslims and pilgrims to the House of God in the holy sanctuary and holy city of Mecca. It is hoped that by the help of God, the Exalted, this holy land would be cleansed from these mercenaries. May peace be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini