Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the Strait of Hormuz should remain closed, describing the move as an important instrument for exerting pressure on Iran’s adversaries. His remarks, broadcast on state television and translated by Reuters, mark his first public address since assuming the country’s highest religious and political office.

On March 8 2026, ten days after US-Israeli strikes killed his father, Mojtaba Khamenei was appointed Iran's third supreme leader. At 56, he became the most powerful figure in a country of 90 million people, at war and under siege.

Iranian new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has sent a revenge message to US President Donald Trump and made a fresh vow on Strait of Hormuz.

March 12 - Iran's U.N. Ambassador said on Thursday Tehran was not going to close the Strait of Hormuz, but added that it was Iran's right to preserve the security of the key shipping route. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

March 12 - Iran's U.N. Ambassador said on Thursday Tehran was not going to close the Strait of Hormuz, but added that it was Iran's right to preserve the security of the key shipping route. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei leverage of closing Strait of Hormuz should be used and that Iran's attacks

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is expected to issue his first public message since taking office.

Iran's UN envoy affirms the Strait of Hormuz will remain open, urging ships to coordinate with its navy for security.

Iran's UN envoy affirms the Strait of Hormuz will remain open, urging ships to coordinate with its navy for security.

BBC Verify journalist Shayan Sardarizadeh says an image of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei circulating on state media and X appears to be AI-manipulated, raising questions about his condition.

A report claims Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei lost a leg and is in coma after an airstrike that killed his father, raising questions about who is directing the war.

A report claims Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei lost a leg and is in a coma after an airstrike that killed his father, raising questions about who is directing the war.

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has spoken publicly for the first time since taking power, vowing to avenge his father's death, maintain

Iranian officials went on the offensive on March 11 to knock down rumors over newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's state of health, saying he was injured in the air strikes that killed his father and other family members, but is "safe and sound."

Amid the political uncertainty surrounding Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr Anahita Motazed Rad, Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics. As the Islamic Republic navigates a moment of acute pressure, the elevation of Mojtaba Khamenei serves an important political function, explains Dr Motazed Rad. By maintaining him as the formal leader, the regime sends a message to both domestic elites and the international community that institutional cohesion remains intact during a time of war.

Four days after being named Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first public statement following the deadly strike that killed his father, Ali Khamenei, and several members of their family.

Four days after being named Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first public statement following the deadly strike that killed his father, Ali Khamenei, and several members of their family.

Donald Trump said Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, was 'damaged but probably alive', as reports suggested he was critically injured in the airstrike that killed his father.

Mojtaba Khamenei struck a defiant tone and signaled that Iran would not back down in a war that has spread across the Middle East.

Iran has seen 16 of its mine-laying ships attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to US Central Command, which released footage of several strikes on the vessels. The ships were hit on March 10, US officials say, following warnings by US President Donald Trump to Iran.

Calls on regional countries to shut down any US bases that they host.

The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz showed no signs of easing Thursday as Iran's new supreme leader declared his country would continue to block the vital oil route and attack ships attempting to

Some commercial ships near or in the Strait of Hormuz and Persian Gulf have declared themselves as China-linked since the Iran war began, marine traffic data show, as their operators apparently try to...

India's Ministry of External Affairs calls reports on Iranian permission for Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz "premature."

Commercial ships in the Gulf declared China links in destination signals to avoid attacks during the Iran war, raising global concerns over maritime safety.