Iran's New Leader Threatens Strait of Hormuz, US Bases


Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:27
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Iran's New Leader Threatens Strait of Hormuz, US Bases

In his first public address, Irans new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, warns of attacks on U.S. bases, and demands compensation for his fathers death. Tensions rise as Trump opposes the leadership change. Khamenei maintains good relations with neighbors but targets military bases for retaliation, signaling broader regional fallout. The world watches as Iran holds firm on its threats.

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