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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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Judge Criticizes Trump Administration Over Venezuela Deportations

A U.S. federal judge has sharply criticized the Trump administration for its handling of deportations involving Venezuelan migrants. The administration's response to a judicial request for detailed information on deportation flights was deemed "woefully insufficient." This comes amid allegations that the administration may have violated a court order temporarily blocking the deportations.

The controversy centers on the use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, which the administration invoked to expedite the removal of alleged gang members. Critics, including the American Civil Liberties Union, argue that the law is being misapplied, as it historically pertains to wartime scenarios. The judge has demanded further clarification on the timing and details of the flights, raising concerns about potential constitutional violations if the administration defies judicial decisions.

This case highlights the ongoing tension between the executive and judicial branches, as well as the broader implications for immigration policy and the rule of law. The administration has until next week to provide additional explanations, as the legal battle continues to unfold.

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