Breaking: Iran's New Supreme Leader Sends First Threat to Trump
by Bada Yusuf, https://www.facebook.com/legitngnews · Legit.ng News · Join- New Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has insisted that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed amid the escalation in the Middle East
- The new Ayatollah also vowed that he would avenge the killing of all Iranians by the US and Israel in their ongoing military action against Iran
- This would be the first time the new Iranian Supreme Leader would be speaking since he succeeded his father, who was also killed by the US and Israel
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has said that the Strait of Hormuz, a major shipping channel, will continue to remain closed in his first statement since succeeding his father.
Since assuming office, the new Ayatollah has not appeared in public, prompting concerns in some quarters. However, a statement associated with him stated that the Islamic Republic will "avenge the blood of Iranians" who have been killed by the United States.
According to the BBC, several attacks have been launched on cargo ships in the Gulf, with Iran accused of orchestrating them. It was reported that two tankers were hit around Iran, and a container ship was struck around the UAE. State media reported that Iranian forces were behind at least one of the strikes.
The US and Israel had launched an aggressive attack on Iran, assassinating its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several military generals. The development has led to the escalation in the Middle East and the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Reactions as new Iranian leader speaks
The first statement credited to the new Iranian Supreme Leader has started generating reactions. Below are some of their reactions:
Insomniac lamented the global economic standoff:
"The first word from Iran’s new Supreme Leader is out: The Strait of Hormuz stays closed. Mojtaba Khamenei is making it clear that he will use the global energy supply as a shield. With $4.00 gas on the horizon and tankers on fire, the 'Khamenei era' is starting with a global economic standoff."
SmartBrief lamented the closing of the Strait of Hormuz:
"Blocking the Strait of Hormuz affects nearly 20% of global oil trade—does Iran realise how many countries this could drag into the conflict? Who really benefits from this escalation?"
Mammy Hope commented on the trajectory of the new Iranian leader:
"Before this month, Mojtaba was a figure of mystery. He held no official government title but was widely considered the "gatekeeper" to his father and a major influence within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). His sudden elevation is seen as a move by the security establishment to maintain absolute control during wartime."
Usman Rasul wrote:
"Mojtaba’s first message leaves no room for softness: Hormuz stays the pressure point, and the world pays the bill. This is no longer just a regional war; it is an economic shockwave."
Iran Just Now spoke on winning the modern war:
"Modern conflicts aren’t just fought on battlefields; control over global supply chains is a core strategic asset."
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Trump says 2 Iranian leaders eliminated
Legit.ng earlier reported that President Donald Trump claimed the United States had successfully taken out the Iranian leadership on two occasions.
Trump stated this in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Wednesday, March 11, while giving an update on the operation of the US Forces in the Middle East.
His comment on Iran's leadership has started generating mixed reactions, with many expressing their opinions.
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