What was one of the benefits of the 8-year Sacred Defense war; a war which was imposed on the Islamic Republic by Saddam Hussein and his foreign sponsors, namely the United States of America and Great Britain; among a whole host of other oppressive governments? And what will happen to a nation or to a people who are moving towards lofty spiritual goals, especially considering the materialistic world we live in? Finally, what happens when a nation or a people begin to trust in Allah and they help the cause of Allah? The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei, explains. And always remember, “So do not weaken and do not grieve, and you will be superior if you are believers.” [Qur\'an 3:139] Show Less >>