According to Press TV, the Leader said in a meeting with the commanders and staff of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force on Monday “Since the first day of the [1979] Revolution until today, the number one materialistic powers in the world have stood against the Islamic establishment but have failed to make any headway in this regard.”

Ayatollah Khamenei further urged Iranian officials to remain vigilant at all times against the plots targeting the country. "Be careful about what lies behind enemy smiles," the Leader said.

Elsewhere in his remarks, the Leader pointed to the upcoming parliamentary and the Assembly of Experts elections and said participating in the February 26 votes is a “duty” for all the Iranians.

Ayatollah Khamenei also called for boosting the country’s economy and said, “If we strengthen the country’s economy from inside, the majority of problems, including unemployment, stagnation and inflation, will be eliminated.”