NYTIMES (Neil MacFarquhar) - How 9/11 Helped Create Regional Clout for Iran
The American invasion of Iraq in 2003 paved the way for Tehran to dominate its neighbor and whetted its appetite to expand its influence across the greater Middle East.
NEWSCATS (MeighTimbol) - Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei “More Dangerous” Than His Father
Published March 12, 2025 The rise of Mojtaba Khamenei to the position of Supreme Leader of Iran is triggering intense debate among analysts and policymakers across the world.Following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, [...]
NYTIMES (Vali R. Nasr) - Iran’s New Supreme Leader Represents a Choice: Defiance
Iran’s new supreme leader has been selected not to break with the regime but to preserve it.
NPR (Rachel Treisman) - What to know about Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader
The second son of the late supreme leader keeps a low profile. But he's long been viewed as wielding his power behind the scenes, from crushing dissent to influencing presidential elections.
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei, son of slain supreme leader, to take over | Morning in America
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the country’s former supreme leader, has been named his successor, Iranian state TV said Sunday. Trump previously called him an “unacceptable” choice to lead. NewsNation’s Kellie Meyer has the report. #Iran #Trump #Politics Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
NYTIMES (Carlotta Gall) - Iran Has a New Supreme Leader. What Does That Mean?
Mojtaba Khamenei takes on a role that makes him not only Iran’s spiritual leader but also the highest authority in the land.