Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has praised what it described as an “epic and unparalleled” show of national unity, thanking citizens for participating in mass rallies in support of the country during its recent conflict with the United States and Israel.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the IRGC said millions of Iranians had taken part in demonstrations across the country, including gatherings marking the birth anniversary of Imam Reza, as well as the “Janfada-e-Iran” (Sacrifice for Iran) campaign, in which people pledged their readiness to defend the nation.

“Iran and the Iranian people will never bow before their enemies,” the statement said, adding that no external force could weaken the public’s resolve.

The Guard Corps said the rallies had continued throughout 40 days of “unprovoked aggression” by the US and Israel, describing the sustained turnout as a powerful sign of national solidarity and resistance.

It also framed the demonstrations as a show of allegiance to Iran’s leadership under Mojtaba Khamenei, who assumed the role following the death of his predecessor, Ali Khamenei, earlier in the conflict.

According to the IRGC, the scale of participation reflected the public’s awareness of external threats and its determination to stand firm during what it called a “sensitive and decisive” period.

It added that the rallies had countered what it described as enemy psychological and media warfare.

The statement urged Iranians to maintain the demonstrations, saying continued public mobilisation alongside the country’s armed forces would be key to achieving “final victory” in what it termed a broader “civilizational” struggle.

It also claimed that the public support was boosting military strength, describing the rallies as “fuel for missiles,” and said they provided firm backing for state policies, including Iran’s approach to managing the Strait of Hormuz.