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Mojtaba Khamenei’s Rise Sparks Market Turmoil as Hardliners Mobilize

People attend a gathering to support Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 9, 2026.  Iran’s hardline factions mounted a powerful show of support for newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei , rallying across Tehran in a display that signaled a tightening of conservative control and diminished hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East.  The demonstrations, marked by mass gatherings and imagery linking Mojtaba to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, underscored the regime’s consolidation at a moment of heightened regional conflict.  Analysts warn that the hardliners’ unified backing suggests Iran is unlikely to soften its stance amid ongoing tensions with the U.S. and Israel. Global markets reacted sharply. Fears that prolonged instability could further disrupt energy supplies sent oil prices soaring and triggered steep declines in major stock indices. With one of the most significan...

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Biden's Debate Performance: A Missed Opportunity

 

Joe Biden’s debate performance has been a topic of concern for Democrats. During the recent debate, he stumbled and struggled to defend his record. 

His hoarse voice and incorrect statements raised alarm bells among his supporters.  Some even called for an open convention, questioning whether he’s the right candidate to face Donald Trump in the upcoming election. 

While Biden did recover somewhat during the debate, the initial impression left Democrats worried about his ability to lead the party forward. It’s a critical moment as voters tune in, and first impressions matter. Let’s see how this unfolds in the coming months. 

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