According to the Public Relations Office of Dr. Rezaei Nour's University, the President of Qom Industrial University issued a message regarding the significance of the upcoming elections. The full text of this message is as follows:
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
The Middle East has been considered one of the most sensitive regions in the world since the mid-twentieth century due to political, economic, cultural, strategic, and geopolitical reasons, and most importantly, because it is the cradle of three religions: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. The Middle East is the jewel of the Earth. Currently, about 25% of the world's oil, gas, and condensates are provided by the Persian Gulf, but it is predicted that by 2030, it will supply 65% of the world's oil. In this context, Islamic Iran, due to its civilizational sphere and civil society, cannot be compared with any of the other Middle Eastern countries. Iran is the most powerful country in the Middle East in terms of military weapons, which makes the enemies of the Islamic Republic fear Iran's missile arsenal and drone bases, considering any confrontation with Iran to be a diplomatic mistake. Iran has turned sanctions and threats into opportunities and transformed from a consumer country into a producer country, and it even ranks among the top countries in certain sciences. For example, our dear Iran ranks first in medical sciences, physics, and astronomy in the region. These advancements have been achieved thanks to the revered Islamic Republic under the leadership of the Supreme Leader, Imam Khamenei (may his shadow be prolonged). Therefore, the system of oppression, which has an absolute enmity toward the sacred Islamic Republic, seeks to destroy this torrent of national progress by creating crises in the country, inciting internal turmoil, and instilling feminist motivations, promoting doubt and skepticism about the principle of Velayat-e Faqih (Guardianship of the Jurist). However, the insight of the revolutionary people has always stood firm as a barrier against all these conspiracies. March 1, 2024, is a day when the people will once again demonstrate their insight by standing beside the ballot boxes and electing a more suitable individual, thereby shaping the power, independence, and advancement of the country. Iran, as a country governed by democracy and abolishing appointive systems, moves towards a dynamic economy by holding enthusiastic elections. Our precious Iran will serve as a model for socialists, liberals, democrats, and republicans who supposedly hold elections. Thus, our vote will bring about the development of our beloved Iran. The importance of my, your, and our votes is such that the Supreme Leader states: sometimes a single vote can impact the fate of a country. Here’s hoping for a passionate election and a prouder Iran than ever before.