In a dramatic escalation, Iran’s Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued a fatwa declaring U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “enemies of God” and “mohareb,” accusing them of threatening Iran’s leadership after U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian facilities. The decree, echoed by Ayatollah Noori Hamdani, urges Muslims worldwide to oppose them, sparking fears of incited violence. Trump, on Truth Social, dismissed Iran’s claims of repulsing the attacks, warning of severe consequences for retaliation while touting diplomatic efforts. Netanyahu has not commented, as tensions simmer following the 12-day conflict and fragile ceasefire.
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