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Mojtaba Khamenei: The Rise of Iran’s New Supreme Leader

                      A picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is displayed on a screen in Tehran Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, has emerged as Iran’s new supreme leader following the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint U.S.–Israeli strikes. His appointment by the Assembly of Experts comes at a moment of profound crisis for Iran, as the country faces regional war, internal instability, and intense international scrutiny.  A Secretive Heir With Deep Establishment Ties Mojtaba, long considered influential behind the scenes, is a mid-ranking cleric with strong connections to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). His political rise signals continuity of Iran’s hardline establishment, despite the country’s ideological discomfort with hereditary succession.  A Leader Shaped by Conflict and Loss His ascension comes amid the “Ramadan War,” during which he was reportedly wound...

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Washington Braces for Extended Military Standoff With Iran

 

US officials said on Friday the Pentagon was sending Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier to the Middle East.


The United States military is preparing for the possibility of a prolonged campaign against Iran as tensions continue to rise across the region. Defense officials have indicated that any potential operation may extend over several weeks, reflecting concerns that a limited strike could quickly escalate into a broader conflict.

Military planners have reportedly been reviewing a range of scenarios, including sustained air operations and the deployment of additional assets to the Middle East. The preparations underscore Washington’s belief that Iran could respond forcefully to any U.S. action, potentially drawing neighboring countries into the confrontation.

While diplomatic channels remain open, recent developments have heightened uncertainty. U.S. leaders have emphasized that they prefer a de‑escalation but maintain that military options remain available if necessary. Analysts warn that a prolonged exchange between the two nations could destabilize an already volatile region and carry significant risks for both sides.

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