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13-03-2026
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to continue blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping channel, in his first public statement since taking office. Khamenei, who was appointed supreme leader after his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli strike, warned neighboring countries to close US bases and threatened to target US bases in the region. He also mentioned avenging the blood of Iranians killed in the war with the US and Israel. The statement was broadcast on Iranian state TV, but Khamenei did not appear in person. The international community is on high alert as Iran's actions could lead to soaring oil prices and disrupt global energy supplies.
Entities: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran, Strait of Hormuz, US, Israel • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued his first public statement since taking over the regime after his father Ali Khamenei's death in a U.S.-Israeli strike. The statement, read on state TV, emphasized the need to continue blocking the Strait of Hormuz and thanked 'brave warriors' and proxy groups like Hezbollah. Mojtaba Khamenei expressed sympathy for Iranians who lost loved ones and vowed to avenge their deaths. He also justified Iran's attacks on Gulf neighbors, stating that military bases in those countries were used in the U.S.-Israeli assault. The statement raised questions about Mojtaba Khamenei's condition, as he has not been seen since the war began and an Iranian official previously said he was injured but 'alive and well.'
Entities: Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran, United States, Israel, Ali Khamenei • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
The article discusses the escalating conflict between the US and Iran, with recent statements from both sides indicating a prolonged war. Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei called for continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans to escort ships through the waterway. Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel, and European and US stocks fell. Three foreign vessels were struck in the Persian Gulf, and Iran warned of oil prices reaching $200 a barrel. The US temporarily authorized purchases of Russian oil to stabilize energy markets.
Entities: Mojtaba Khamenei, Scott Bessent, Iran, US, Strait of Hormuz • Tone: urgent • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
The article reports that an elite Iranian counterterrorism unit, known as NOPO, has been deployed to protect the newly appointed Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, following the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a U.S.-Israel strike. NOPO is a highly specialized unit that handles hostage rescue operations and has been involved in suppressing internal security threats and protests. The unit is composed of six brigades, with four stationed in Tehran, and is known for its ruthless tactics. The article also mentions that Mojtaba Khamenei was elected as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic on March 8, 2026, amid ongoing war with the U.S. and Israel.
Entities: Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, NOPO, Iran, U.S. • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
The article analyzes Iran's response to the ongoing conflict with Israel and the US, highlighting the country's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, and his strategy of exerting non-military pressure on its enemies. Despite speculation about his health, Khamenei has released a statement outlining Iran's plans to continue disrupting the region, particularly through the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, and demanding that Gulf neighbors expel American forces. The article suggests that Iran's strategy is working and that the regime is unlikely to fall soon.
Entities: Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, Israel, US, Hezbollah • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
The article discusses how Iran is employing various tactics to block the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial trade route, amid an ongoing conflict. Iran has used sea drones, naval drones laden with explosives, and GPS jamming to disrupt shipping in the region. At least 16 ships have been hit by Iran since the conflict began, with 3,000 ships and 20,000 crew members trapped or affected. The article also explores the possibility of Iran deploying anti-ship mines and the use of midget submarines to lay these mines. Experts warn that Iran's actions could have significant consequences for global oil supplies and prices.
Entities: Iran, Strait of Hormuz, Sky News, Michael Drummond, Dr Victoria Taylor • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
13-03-2026
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to continue fighting and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed as leverage against the US and Israel. In his first remarks since succeeding his father, Khamenei warned Iran's neighbors to shut US bases on their territory and threatened to continue targeting them. The statement was read out on state television, with no images released of Khamenei since an Israeli strike killed much of his family. Iran has claimed responsibility for attacks on ships, including one that killed a crew member, and has threatened to impose prolonged economic shock on the US. The conflict has driven oil prices above $100 a barrel, with some predicting they could reach $200 a barrel.
Entities: Iran, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, United States, Israel, Strait of Hormuz • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
