Tehran, December 26, 2025 – The Europe Today: President Masoud Pezeshkian has met with the family of Razmik Khachatorian, a Christian martyr of Iran, to pay tribute to his memory and honour the sacrifices of martyrs’ families.
The meeting was held to mark the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, during which President Pezeshkian expressed appreciation for the patience, sacrifice and resilience shown by the families of martyrs. He also extended congratulations on the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, as well as the upcoming Christmas and New Year.
Emphasising the vital role played by all ethnic groups and followers of divine religions in safeguarding Iran’s independence, dignity and territorial integrity, the president described the sacrifices made by Christian martyrs during the eight-year war imposed by the Ba’ath regime of Iraq on Iran as a clear symbol of national unity and deep solidarity among the Iranian people.
President Pezeshkian praised the steadfastness and perseverance of the Khachatorian family, noting that Iran’s current strength and dignity are rooted in the sacrifices of its martyrs and the endurance of their families. He stressed that honouring and supporting martyrs’ families is a lasting responsibility of government officials.
During the meeting, members of the Khachatorian family, along with Ara Shahverdyan, the representative of Christians in the Iranian Parliament, expressed gratitude for the president’s visit and attention. They reaffirmed their commitment to the ideals of the Islamic Revolution and emphasised their determination to continue the path of the martyrs in service to the country.
