Trump Slams Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Trump Slams Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

US President Donald Trump says he is “not happy” about Iran’s decision to appoint Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader, as the war between Iran, Israel and the United States continues to escalate.

Speaking to Fox News, Trump refused to say how Washington might respond to the appointment but made clear his displeasure with the son of Iran’s former leader.

“Not going to tell you… I’m not happy with him,” the president said when asked what action he might take.

Son Of Ayatollah Takes Power

Mojtaba Khamenei, the 56-year-old son of Ali Khamenei, was formally selected by Iran’s Assembly of Experts after the death of his father during the opening strikes of the current conflict.

Reports from Iranian media suggest the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps strongly backed his appointment, effectively ensuring his elevation to the most powerful position in the Islamic Republic.

Trump had previously described the idea of Mojtaba succeeding his father as “unacceptable”, joking that Iranian leaders might one day ask him who should replace the Ayatollah.

War Enters Tenth Day

The conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States has now entered its tenth day, with fighting spreading across the Middle East.

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz in an effort to safeguard global oil shipments after the vital shipping route was disrupted.

Escalation Across The Region

Several major developments have unfolded in recent hours:

• NATO reportedly intercepted an Iranian missile over Turkey.

• The United States Navy is said to have struck Iranian naval vessels near Bandar Abbas in the Persian Gulf.

• An Iranian missile strike reportedly hit Bahrain’s main oil refinery in Bahrain.

• Global oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel for the first time in four years.

Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered “unwavering support” to the new Iranian leader.

Trump And Netanyahu To Decide War’s End

Trump said the decision on when to end the war would be made jointly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has also claimed Iran will eventually be forced to surrender, insisting Washington will set the terms of any settlement.

With missiles still flying across the region and global energy markets already rattled, the appointment of a new Supreme Leader in Tehran risks hardening positions on all sides — and prolonging one of the most dangerous confrontations the Middle East has faced in decades.

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