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Mojtaba Khamenei Named New Supreme Leader of Iran Amid War
Iran's Assembly of Experts appointed Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ali Khamenei killed on day one, as the new supreme leader on the 10th day of conflict. This defiant move signals continuity of hardline policy despite US-Israel airstrikes devastating Tehran fuel sites and causing black rain.
IRGC vows no ceasefire, threatening Gulf oil shipments.
Trump Signals Iran War Nearing End but Hints at Ground Troops
President Trump stated the war could end 'very soon' but refused to rule out boots on the ground for regime change if needed for stability. He criticized Iran's choice of Khamenei's son as leader and warned against disrupting global oil.
Markets reacted with oil dropping post-interview before rebounding.
US-Israel Airstrikes Pound Iranian Missile Sites and IRGC
Operation Epic Fury targets Iran's ballistic missiles, drones, naval assets, and proxy forces, exploiting aerial superiority to eliminate launchers and leadership. Intense bombardment hit Tehran, killing at least 40 near Risalat Square.
SecDef Hegseth and Gen. Caine report progress on day 10-11.
Iran Fires Cluster Bombs on Central Israel, Hezbollah Strikes North
IRGC cluster bombs targeted central Israel, forcing civilians and reporters into shelters during live coverage. Hezbollah launched strikes in northern Israel amid daily missile and UAV fire.
Analyst Yaakov Lappin notes systematic destruction of Iranian capabilities.
Oil Prices Surge Past $100 as Strait of Hormuz Threatened
Oil topped $100/barrel due to attacks on infrastructure and threats to close Strait of Hormuz, risking global supply disruption. KPMG scenarios predict prices up to $130 if closed for months, impacting economies.
Trump warned harsher response to any oil choke.
Iranian Opposition Rallies for NCRI Provisional Government
Thousands of Iranian-Americans rallied in Washington D.C. on March 7 supporting Maryam Rajavi's provisional government and Ten-Point Plan for democratic Iran. Similar Paris rally at Trocadéro endorsed secular, non-nuclear republic post-regime fall.
Demonstrators demand sovereignty transfer to people.
Ret. Col. Wilkerson Warns of Netanyahu Nuclear Risk
Ret. Col. Lawrence Wilkerson claims Netanyahu may resort to nuclear weapons as Iran holds back sophisticated missiles. He criticizes Trump for misinterpreting the 'war with long legs' and notes downplayed Israeli damage.
US bombed Iranian civilians, school, hospital.
Pentagon Posts 'No Mercy' Missile Amid Conflicting Trump Signals
'No Mercy' missile photo posted with 'We have Only Just Begun to Fight,' contrasting Trump's 'war is very complete' claim. Trump later told Republicans US 'hasn’t won enough.'
Escalation follows failed Geneva talks.
Four More Countries Endorse Tripling Nuclear Energy by 2050
Belgium, Brazil, China, Italy joined 38 nations at Paris Nuclear Energy Summit committing to triple capacity for clean energy and climate goals. World Nuclear Association hails momentum, citing potential to exceed targets if met.
Announcement boosts global energy security amid war disruptions.
Global Diplomatic Agenda: Trump China Summit, Regional Visits
US President Trump scheduled for key Beijing meeting with Chinese leadership amid Middle East tensions. Other events include German FM in Athens, Armenian PM to France, Ghana President to Seoul, Irish-Spanish PM talks on Mideast.
Diary marks anniversaries like Dalai Lama exile.
Iran Internet Blackout Enters 10th Day, Parliament Rejects Ceasefire
Iranian state media frames defiance; speaker Qalibaf says no ceasefire, IRGC claims Tehran dictates end. Nationwide blackout persists as regime targets Gulf energy facilities.
Protests and economic toll mount.
Economic Fallout: US Deficit Surge, Refugee Fears in Europe
Federal deficit to eclipse economy size first since WWII; trade deficit steady but oil shocks redirect tax refunds to energy costs. Europe worries over new refugee crisis from expanded conflict, cyber/terror risks.
Strait reopening critical for markets.