During the event, Adel Abdul Mahdi, former prime minister of Iraq, while honoring the memory of the martyrs of the Resistance and the martyrs of the Islamic world, stated, “Today, numerous signs of the emergence of a 'new world’ are visible, and the old world, based on domination, colonialism, and subjugation of nations, is facing decline across various economic, legal, value-based, ideological, and moral spheres.”

Abdul Mahdi referred to the developments surrounding the collapse of the Soviet Union and recalled Imam Khomeini’s (ra) message to Mikhail Gorbachev, saying that this message reflected the founder of the Islamic Republic’s unique and visionary perspective on global developments. He added, “Ultimately, the Soviet Union collapsed, and this development marked a major turning point in world history.”

The former Prime Minister of Iraq went on to criticize the approach of Western countries, saying, “Rhetoric such as democracy, human rights, and women’s rights is being raised by Western countries, while the same countries remain silent in the face of the massacre and genocide in Gaza and regional developments — or are themselves complicit.”

He also referred to the recent war against the Islamic Republic of Iran, stating that despite the involvement of the US, the Zionist regime, and some European powers, the resistance and steadfastness of the Iranian people and its leadership have altered the equations, rahbar.ir reported.

Abdul Mahdi then referred to the unveiling of “Dawn of a New World Order,” describing it as a concise yet rich work, and noted that the book examines various dimensions of the history of the Islamic Republic, Wilayat al-Faqih, the conditions of leadership, the Assembly of Experts, and Iran’s political and social matters.

"Parts of the book are dedicated to the life, record of struggle, academic activities, and social standing of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, and provide information about his teachers, students, colleagues, and his ties to society,” he stated.

The former Prime Minister of Iraq also emphasized the role of the people in Iran’s political developments, stating that the book highlights the view that the people are not merely followers of the leadership, but rather play an active role in shaping developments, and that leaders also learn from the people.

Concluding his remarks, Abdul Mahdi emphasized, “Beyond examining political and social developments, the book includes a discussion on the family and personal life of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, aiming to offer a depiction of his simple and humble lifestyle, as well as his religious and political outlook.”

Following this, Mohammad Kazem Al Sadegh, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Iraq, expressed gratitude to the Islamic Revolution Institute for publishing the work, noting, “This book can serve as a foundation for understanding and examining the various dimensions of an important historical and intellectual experience — one that is not limited to a specific period or figure, but encompasses topics such as religious scholars, revolutions, the role of nations, and the outlook on future developments.”

Al Sadegh highlighted the importance of holding such conferences, adding, “Holding these conferences provides a valuable opportunity to engage with works and figures whose deeper understanding can contribute to a better grasp of the political, social, and intellectual developments of the Islamic world.”

"Examining these topics is not merely a review of the past, but can help us better understand the current situation and comprehend what lies ahead for nations. From this perspective, the study and introduction of such works are of particular importance and can foster dialogue and deeper understanding among elites, scholars, youth, and cultural and political activists,” the ambassador added.

Al Sadegh concluded his remarks by emphasizing that the movement of nations and historical currents ultimately take shape through reliance on divine will and human effort.

Dr. Mohammad Akhgari, Deputy for International Affairs at the Office for the Preservation and Publication of the Works of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, stated that understanding the contemporary world is impossible without recognizing the profound upheavals affecting the global power structure. He recalled, “The martyred mujahid Imam outlined several components for the new geometry of power in the world, including: the decline of Western liberal democracy in the realm of thought and morality — with the Epstein case serving as a modern example — the decline of the US and the unipolar world, the transfer of power to Asia, and the emergence and spread of the idea of Resistance across the world.”

Regarding the book “Dawn of a New World Order,” he stated, “This book, which we are unveiling, not only introduces the personality of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei, but also explains, through his messages, the components of this new order that emerged after the 40-Day War.”

The Deputy for International Affairs emphasized that history is turning a new page, noting, “We are witnessing a world rapidly moving toward multipolarity. The west's push for total dominance has failed. The future of the world is no longer being written in Washington’s think tanks.”

He continued, "The future belongs to powers that have linked their independence with their internal strength. We are not seeking domination, but rather building a world in which justice and respect for the will of nations replace the rule of force. We are taking steps on this civilization-building path, and we believe that the world has a better future ahead.”

Later in the proceedings, Noor Adel, a member of the Iraqi Parliament, highlighted the place of the culture of Ashura and resistance among the peoples of the region, emphasizing that martyrdom and steadfastness do not lead to the end of the path, but rather lay the groundwork for a broader will to form among nations.

She referred to the massive turnout at the funeral procession of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, stating, “What was seen in that procession was not merely people appearing before cameras or a display of flags and slogans — rather, millions of young people, men, women, and the elderly attended out of inner motivation and loyalty.”

Noor Adel added, “In this massive turnout, one could see reflections of Ashura and loyalty to the path of Imam Hussain (PBUH) — as if the people, in this historic epic, recognized the Hussain of their time and once again demonstrated that the culture of Ashura remains alive among the peoples of the region.”

The Iraqi parliamentarian emphasized the deep bond between the Iranian and Iraqi peoples, saying, “In every battle launched by aggressors from across borders and seas against the peoples of the region, the blood of the Iraqi and Iranian people is shed side by side, and this pure blood creates a real equation against aggression and domination.”

She described the spontaneous participation of various segments of Iraqi society in the funeral procession as arising from a sense of responsibility, courage, and the Hussaini spirit.

The Iraqi parliamentarian then posed the question, “When might we fall short in the face of the martyr’s blood?” She answered: “When we reduce the funeral procession to a mere image and forget the martyr’s message — when we reduce martyrs to posters on the streets and forget their principles and ideals.”

On the sidelines of the conference, which was attended by a number of figures, elites, and book enthusiasts in Baghdad, side exhibitions were also held. Among the most notable was an exhibition featuring selected images from the funeral procession of the “Imam of the Oppressed” (Martyr Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei) in Iraq — displayed for the first time.