Divided We Fall: Khamenei's Call for Unity Masks Iran's Own Internal Crises Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a written message urging Muslim countries to unite against their "real enemy," a familiar refrain in a region where sectarian divisions have been a long standing feature.
However, scratch beneath the surface, and it becomes clear that Khamenei's call for unity is as much about deflecting attention from Iran's internal struggles as it is about galvanizing a united front against perceived external threats.
Published on his Telegram account during Islamic Unity Week, which marks the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, the message is replete with platitudes about Muslim solidarity and cooperation.