Trump told G7 leaders Iran was ready to surrender. Iran’s new supreme leader has a very different message This ain’t going as he had hoped. We Got This Covered · Mar 13
Vietnam War ghost rises over Trump as he sends thousands of US Marines to Middle East for Hormuz Strait battle US military to deploy more forces to the region, as Iran continues to disrupt shipping and send oil prices soaring Evening Standard · Mar 13
US offers up to $10m for info on Mojtaba Khamenei and other key Iran leaders; offers relocation The US State Department has announced a $10 million reward for information on Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, and other senior officials. This follows recent retaliatory strikes and escalating regional tensions. President Trump, meanwhile, claimed Iran is nearing surrender and vowed to militarily dismantle its leadership, calling them "deranged… The Times of India · Mar 13
Where are Crude Oil Prices Heading? Crude oil prices have surged after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, and Iran retaliated with attacks throughout the Middle East. Critical logistical chokepoints have become war zones, heightening supply concerns. Crude oil prices have been in a bullish freight train, but while the trend is higher, an end to… Barchart · Mar 13
Hegseth claims Iran's supreme leader is "wounded and likely disfigured" "He is scared. He is injured. He is on the run," Hegseth said. Axios · Mar 13
Trump winning militarily, losing politically in Iran war: Ian Bremmer Ian Bremmer argues the US-Iran conflict's battlefield successes diverge from political failures, with military actions harming Iran but not achieving Trump's desired regime change. This miscalculation has led to a more dangerous and expensive war, with Iran signaling defiance rather than compromise. The Times of India · Mar 13
'Wounded and likely disfigured': How US reacted to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei's first statement US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth claimed Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is wounded and "likely disfigured" following an air strike. Hegseth cited the absence of a voice or video message from Khamenei as evidence of his condition and lack of legitimacy. Meanwhile, Iranian President's son stated Khamenei is… The Times of India · Mar 13
Is Mojtaba Khamenei Still Alive? Donald Trump Breaks Silence On 'Damaged' Iranian Leader Trump casts doubt on Mojtaba Khamenei's health post-strikes, amid coma rumours and fiery vows from Iran's new leader holed up without proof of life. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Did Mojtaba Khamenei Lose His Legs? New Iran Supreme Leader Vows Revenge Despite 'Coma', Injury Reports Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows unrelenting revenge against US and Israeli strikes via state TV, amid explosive reports he's comatose and legless after brutal bombings. The son's fiery message, mourning his slain family, threatens Hormuz blockade and asset seizures as Gulf attacks intensify. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Iranian supreme leader is ‘wounded and likely disfigured,’ says Pete Hegseth IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 13
Trump Says US Is 'Totally Destroying' Iran's Regime and Slams NY Times for Saying US is Not Winning President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that the US is decimating Iran's military and leadership, dismissing reports that suggest otherwise. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Trump Reportedly Told G7 Leaders That Iran Is 'About To Surrender' Even As Its Leadership Vows To Fight On President Donald Trump told G7 leaders on Wednesday that Iran is "about to surrender," even as its leadership vows to fight on and released a letter attributed to the new supreme leader supporting that path. Latin Times · Mar 13
Iran war enters Day 14: As conflict completes two weeks, what we know so far - Tehran explosions, Israel strikes, US aircraft crash The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran intensifies. Missile strikes and drone attacks continue across the Middle East. Oil prices surge and global markets react to the growing instability. Regional powers are increasingly drawn into the fighting. The war has spread across multiple fronts, with casualties mounting. The Times of India · Mar 13
Ex-CIA analyst David McCloskey on the Mossad’s intelligence inside Iran: ‘I was surprised’ The podcast host and author of The Persian reflects on why Israel’s precision in Iran caught him off guard The Guardian - US · Mar 13
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge on US, Calls 'Peace and Security' Claim a Lie Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, issues a stern warning to the US, promising retaliation and demanding compensation for perceived aggression.
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 Mojtaba Khamenei: Why Iran's New Supreme Leader's Statement Has the World Holding Its Breath Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader, pledges to continue military actions in the Middle East, raising international concerns over escalating tensions
Axios · Mar 13 Scoop: Trump claimed in G7 call that Iran is "about to surrender" 24 hours later, Iran's new supreme leader vowed to keep fighting.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 All six crew members confirmed dead after US military plane crash in Iraq Number of American troops killed in war on Iran after incident in western desert now stands at 13
The Times of India · Mar 13 'No life insurance': Netanyahu's stark warning to Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei & a 'puppet' dig Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran's new Supreme Leader, calling him a "puppet" and stating there was "no life insurance" for regime leaders. He asserted that the joint US-Israeli military campaign is progressing faster than expected, significantly weakening Iran and creating conditions for potential regime change.
Euronews · Mar 13 French soldier killed in Iraq as Iran war fallout continues to spread across region Saudi forces intercepted more than two dozen drones on Friday after renewed Iranian threats against oil facilities, as the regional conflict killed a French soldier in Iraqi Kurdistan.
The Times of India · Mar 13 ‘Not going to close’: Iran’s UN envoy contradicts Mojtaba Khamenei over Strait of Hormuz remarks Iran's UN ambassador stated Tehran will not close the Strait of Hormuz, despite recent remarks from the supreme leader suggesting its use as leverage. While asserting the right to ensure regional security, the ambassador emphasized Iran's commitment to freedom of navigation under international law, attributing current tensions to US actions.
The Times of India · Mar 13 'They were going to take over Middle East': Trump says Iran had 1,200 missiles pointed at four countries US President Donald Trump asserted Iran has amassed approximately 1,200 missiles targeting Middle Eastern nations, amidst escalating tensions following threats from Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. Trump suggested Khamenei, despite injury speculation, is likely alive and urged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz, stating Iran lacks a significant…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 12 Morning Mail: Iran vows to fight on, capital gains tax benefit in wealthy suburbs, drone surveillance fears First message in the name of new supreme leader says Iran will continue oil blockade; richest Australians take bulk of CGT discount, report says
The Conversation · Mar 12 Iran war: the search for an ‘off ramp’ This is the text from The Conversation UK’s World Affairs Briefing email. Sign up here to receive weekly analysis of the latest developments in international relations, direct to your inbox.
The Times of India · Mar 12 Hours before Mojtaba Khamenei's 1st statement, reports claimed he was in coma; officials deny Reports suggest Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is critically wounded and in a coma following an air strike, possibly losing limbs and suffering severe internal injuries. This comes as Iranian state TV aired a statement vowing retaliation, while a government adviser claims he is "safe and sound.