A large number of faculty members at Shahid Beheshti University have issued a statement following the martyrdom of five of the university’s professors by the Zionist regime.
The statement reads:
In the name of the Lord of the martyrs and the truthful
First, addressing our martyred brothers and colleagues — Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, Dr. Fereydoon Abbasi, Dr. Abdolhamid Minouchehr, Dr. Amirhossein Faghihi, and Dr. Ahmadreza Zolfaghari — we declare, and you yourselves bear witness, that while your presence before martyrdom was confined by space and matter, in the state beyond place, you are now present everywhere. Your spiritual presence has created a remarkable synergy and fervent motivation among your colleagues to defend this land of civilization. We extend our deepest gratitude to you and ask that you intercede for us to be included in your noble destiny.
Second, to the honorable people of Iran: Every page of this proud nation’s history bears witness to love, honor, sacrifice, and tolerance. As attested by ancient texts and the verses of Iran’s legendary poets, these four values are intrinsic to Iranian culture — a source of pride across generations. Now, it is our turn. In order not to be indebted to those before us or those to come, we must, with love, sacrifice, honor, and mutual tolerance, push the enemy back to its own doorstep — God willing.
Third, to the nation’s armed forces and border defenders: We express our profound appreciation for beginning the defense from the enemy’s soil and declare our full support. As long as the enemy does not engage in peaceful dialogue and respect for our nation and its values, advance without hesitation. We wholeheartedly stand with you and with Iran. If the enemy’s deceitful promises fail to bring them to reason, we propose adopting the offensive strategy of “Ababeel,” exiting the NPT, and establishing transnational support cells with the help of Iranians abroad. Iranian scientists and citizens have always stood by their homeland during critical times.
Fourth, to the diplomatic apparatus of the country: These attacks were carried out with the green light and backing of the U.S. diplomatic establishment. Unless they are shown a red light and do not come to the negotiation table under equal conditions and in adherence to international law, we strongly advise against any engagement. While honorable dialogue and interaction are fundamental principles, they must be based on respect and fairness.
Fifth, we respectfully request the President to issue an order to establish a “National Proposals Network for Countering the Enemy.” Such a network will not only foster national unity and cohesion but will also generate millions of innovative ideas to confront hostile threats.
Wa ma tawfiqi illa billah (Success is only through God)
A large group of faculty members of Shahid Beheshti University June 15, 2025