Iran names Khamenei’s hardline son Mojtaba as new supreme leader, oil surges
Summary
Iran has appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader amid escalating US-Israeli conflict that has pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel.
Key Points
- Mojtaba Khamenei has been named as the new supreme leader of Iran, succeeding his father Ali Khamenei.
- The US-Israeli conflict with Iran has caused oil prices to surge above $100 per barrel due to fears of supply disruptions.
- The appointment signals that hardliners remain in control of Iran's leadership amidst escalating regional tensions.
- US President Donald Trump has threatened to challenge Mojtaba's legitimacy, while Israel has vowed to continue targeting Iranian leadership.
