I told the Imam that many of the surviving families—of the bombed regions—still have feelings for the Revolution; they still express their support and still say they are ready to defend till the last breath and to confront the enemy. But well you also have a duty. So this is either their present conviction or just their empty saying. The Imam stated: “they are telling the truth; we are greatly indebted to them.” Tears flowed down from his eyes and he wept bitterly.
We are greatly indebted to them: Ayatullah Mahdawi Kani