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đź“…March 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Iran appoints Mojtaba Khamenei as new supreme leader amid escalating US-Israeli strikes, military losses, and regional tensions; global powers respond as oil prices surge.
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Iran Appoints Mojtaba Khamenei as New Supreme Leader

Iran’s Assembly of Experts appointed Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ali Khamenei, as the new supreme leader following his father's death in a US-Israeli airstrike on February 28.Source 1 Mojtaba, a mid-ranking cleric with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, succeeds amid ongoing conflict.Source 1 Russian President Putin congratulated him on the appointment.Source 1

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US National Guard Member Dies in Kuwait Amid Iran War

A US National Guard member died in Kuwait, marking the eighth US military death since the Iran war began.Source 1 This loss highlights the growing US casualties in the regional conflict.Source 1 Over 32,000 US citizens have returned from the Middle East since strikes started.Source 1

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Israeli Attacks Kill Nearly 400 in Lebanon

Lebanese authorities report nearly 400 people killed and over 1,110 injured in ongoing Israeli attacks since early March.Source 1 The strikes are part of the spreading conflict involving Iran.Source 1 This escalates regional involvement in the war.Source 2

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Trump Rules Out Kurdish Involvement in Iran War

US President Donald Trump stated he ruled out Kurdish involvement to avoid complicating the war with Iran.Source 1 Trump discussed military cooperation with UK PM Starmer amid tensions.Source 1 He refused to rule out US ground troops.Source 2

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Iran Warship IRIS Dena Sunk, 104 Crew Killed

Iran’s army reported 104 crew members killed and 32 injured when the warship IRIS Dena was attacked by the US last week.Source 1 Iran threatens retaliation against regional oil facilities.Source 1 This follows strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure.Source 2

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Israeli Strikes Hit Iranian Oil Facilities

Israeli warplanes struck five oil facilities near Tehran, killing at least four, as US-Israeli strikes continue nine days into the conflict.Source 2 The attacks have spread to Gulf States, Lebanon, and Iraq.Source 2 Oil prices surged, spooking global markets.Source 4

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Iran Claims Missile Supplies for 6 Months

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard stated they have supplies for up to six months of aerial drone and missile attacks.Source 2 A barrage of missiles targeted Israel on Sunday.Source 2 Trump warned the new leader won't last without US approval.Source 2

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Russia Evacuates Personnel from Iranian Nuclear Plant

Russia began the second stage of personnel evacuation from an Iranian nuclear plant amid escalating attacks.Source 1 Putin congratulated Iran's new supreme leader.Source 1 This signals concerns over nuclear site safety.Source 5

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US Envoys Cancel Israel Visit on Iran Talks

US envoys canceled a scheduled visit to Israel for talks on Iran.Source 1 Tensions persist despite diplomatic efforts to de-escalate.Source 3 China calls 2026 a potential landmark for US ties despite Iran differences.Source 4

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Greens Lead in German Baden-WĂĽrttemberg Elections

The Greens and CDU are in a close race, with Greens leading at 31.5-32% in Baden-WĂĽrttemberg state elections.Source 1 This reflects domestic political shifts amid global tensions.Source 1 Media reports highlight the tight contest.Source 1

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Attack on Iran Tests Global Multipolar Order

The US-Israel strikes on Iran, including assassinating its leader, challenge China and Russia to defend multipolarity.Source 5 Analysts warn of normalizing preventive wars without international cost.Source 5 It risks shifting global deterrence toward unilateralism.Source 5

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Expert: US Operations in Iran Until Regime Change

A expert argues US operations should continue until Iranians decide on regime change.Source 6 This view comes amid discussions on prolonged military engagement.Source 6 It underscores debates on the war's endgame.Source 4