Summary
Mojtaba Khamenei has taken over as Iran's supreme leader after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in attacks by the U.S. and Israel. In his first speech, he emphasized Iran's plans to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and to continue targeting U.S. bases in the area.
Key Facts
- Mojtaba Khamenei is now Iran's supreme leader.
- His father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes.
- Khamenei's first statement called for national unity in Iran.
- He said the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for oil transport, will remain closed.
- Khamenei demanded the closure of U.S. military bases in the region.
- He indicated that attacks on U.S. bases would continue.
- Armed groups in Yemen and Iraq are planning to support Iran's efforts.
- He thanked Iran's military for defending the country during attacks.
