Israel Iran War · 12 March 2026
Iran's New Leader Says Attacks Will Continue, Seeks Bases Closed
The widening conflict shows little sign of ending, with Iran's new leader making strong statements and demanding regional shifts. On Thursday, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, confirmed ongoing strikes targeting Gulf Arab states and urged regional allies to close American military bases immediately. He further stated that revenge for war killings, like those from the Minab school attack, remains a priority.
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