Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first public message since assuming power, calling for the closure of all U.S. military bases across the Middle East. The statement was broadcast on Iranian state television and did not feature Khamenei appearing in person.

In the message, Khamenei urged Gulf nations hosting American forces to shut down those bases, warning they could become targets if they remain operational.

He also reiterated Iran’s hardline stance amid the ongoing conflict, saying the Strait of Hormuz should remain closed as a pressure point against Iran’s adversaries.

The remarks mark the first official statement attributed to Khamenei since he took over as Iran’s leader following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.


US-Iran War: Iran’s New Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Calls For Closure Of All US Bases In Region | WION

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first public address since taking power, warning that all U.S. military bases in the region must be shut down.

In his message, Khamenei said countries hosting American forces should close those bases or risk attacks. The remarks come amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and ongoing confrontation involving Iran and the United States.


US-Iran War: Iran’s New Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Warns: Close US Bases Or Face Attacks | WION

Iran is reportedly looking to acquire Chinese-made supersonic anti-ship missiles that analysts say could significantly strengthen its naval strike capabilities in the Persian Gulf. The missile under discussion is believed to be an export variant of China’s YJ-12 system.

US-Iran War: Iran Eyes China’s ‘Carrier-Killer’ Missile Amid Gulf Tensions | WION

Democratic lawmakers in the United States are raising questions after reports suggested a U.S. strike may have hit a school in Minab, Iran. According to sources familiar with an internal investigation, outdated intelligence may have contributed to the targeting decision.

US-Iran War: US Democrats Question Reports Of Iran School Strike In Minab | WION

Airlines across Asia are raising ticket prices as jet fuel costs surge sharply in recent weeks. Industry data shows aviation fuel prices have nearly doubled, putting significant pressure on airline operating costs.

US-Iran War: Asia Airlines Raise Fares As Jet Fuel Prices Surge | WION

The disruption of shipping and energy supplies linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis is beginning to impact several industries in India, including glass manufacturing. The sector relies heavily on continuous fuel supply because glass furnaces must remain operational around the clock.

Industry executives say furnace operations cannot simply be stopped, as shutting them down risks major technical damage and significant financial losses. Glass plants require constant heat to maintain production, making them especially vulnerable to fuel shortages and supply disruptions.

The crisis around the Strait of Hormuz has already triggered wider economic ripple effects across India, with industries facing rising energy costs and supply pressures as shipping traffic through the key energy corridor declines.

US-Iran War: Strait Of Hormuz Crisis Hits India’s Glass Industry | WION

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the serious security situation in the region. 

US-Iran War: PM Modi Speaks With Iran’s President Pezeshkian | WION

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz has ordered the Israel Defense Forces to prepare for expanded military operations in Lebanon as fighting with the Iran-backed Hezbollah intensifies. Israeli officials say the move is aimed at restoring security for communities in northern Israel that have been under rocket and missile fire.


Israel Orders Military to Prepare Expanded Operations Against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has declared that the war against Iran is nearing victory, but warned that military operations must continue until the mission is fully completed.

Trump’s remarks come amid escalating strikes across West Asia, with Washington and Israel intensifying pressure on Tehran’s military infrastructure. The statement has sparked debate over whether the conflict is truly nearing its end or entering a more dangerous phase.

US-Iran War: Can Trump Counter Iran's Hormuz Strategy? US Claims Victory While Tehran Strikes Back

Anura Kumara Dissanayake, President of Sri Lanka, has set up a special economic monitoring panel as the conflict in West Asia begins to disrupt global supply chains. Colombo fears shortages of fuel and essential commodities if the crisis deepens.

The government is now in talks with “friendly nations” to secure vital fuel and supply lines, as authorities warn the island nation could feel the economic impact of the regional conflict in the coming weeks.

Iran War: Sri Lanka Govt In Talks With Friendly Nations To Secure Essential Supplies

Amid rising tensions across West Asia, the India government has intensified evacuation efforts to bring its citizens home safely. The first batch of Indian nationals stranded in Lebanon has already returned, while more than 500 Indians have been evacuated from Qatar.

Authorities issued urgent advisories to Indian nationals in the region as additional flights, including services by Qatar Airways, are scheduled to bring more evacuees back to New Delhi and other destinations.

US-Iran War: India Ramps Up Evacuation Efforts Amid West Asia Tensions 

US-Iran War: Trump Declares Victory, Asks US To' Finish The Job' 

The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says Iran is steadily losing its air capability as U.S. forces continue sustained strikes on Iranian military infrastructure. The U.S. military released new combat footage showing precision attacks on Iranian aircraft and air bases as part of the ongoing Operation Epic Fury.



US-Iran War: US Says Iran Losing Air Power, CENTCOM Intensifies Strikes

Iran-linked hackers have claimed responsibility for a major cyberattack targeting U.S. medical technology company Stryker Corporation, causing widespread disruptions across its global network. The hacktivist group Handala said it carried out the attack as retaliation amid escalating tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.

According to reports, the cyberattack disrupted access to internal systems, leaving thousands of employees unable to log into company networks. Some staff were reportedly instructed to disconnect devices as engineers worked to contain the breach.

Iran-Linked Hackers Claim Major Cyberattack On Stryker, Systems Disrupted Worldwide 

Israeli forces carried out strikes on a tent camp sheltering displaced civilians in Gaza Strip, with reports indicating the site was hit multiple times. The camp, identified as Ansar Camp, had been housing Palestinians displaced by the continuing conflict.

Local reports say the camp was struck at least three times as part of the ongoing Israeli offensive, but the number of casualties remains unclear. Emergency teams are still assessing the damage and searching the site for survivors

Israel Strikes Displaced Persons Tent Camp In Gaza Amid Ongoing Offensive 

An Indian seafarer has been killed after the vessel Safesea Vishnu came under attack near Khor Al Zubair Port in Iraq. The Embassy of India in Iraq confirmed the death and said the incident occurred in Iraqi waters amid rising regional tensions.

According to officials, the ship was struck during the attack, leading to the death of one Indian mariner. Authorities confirmed that 15 Indian crew members were safely evacuated following the incident.

US-Iran War: Indian Mariner Killed After Vessel Attacked Near Iraqi Port, Crew Evacuated

US President Donald Trump says Iran is “on the verge of defeat” in the ongoing conflict, warning that the United States could strike specific sections of Tehran if necessary. Trump emphasized that while such action is not desired, it remains a possible option to ensure strategic objectives.


US-Iran War: Trump Warns US Could Strike Specific Sections Of Tehran 

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US-Iran War: Iran Prepared To 'Destroy' World Economy 

Global oil markets are in turmoil as the war in West Asia intensifies, sending Brent Crude soaring back above $100 a barrel. Prices jumped more than nine percent in a single session as fears grow that the conflict could disrupt critical energy routes.

Analysts warn that escalating tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most vital oil chokepoint, could trigger further shocks to global energy supplies and financial markets.

US-Iran War: Brent Surges Past $100 As West Asia War Sends Markets Into Panic 

A court in Sri Lanka has ordered the handover of the bodies of 84 Iranian sailors to the Iran embassy, despite reported pressure from the United States to withhold them. The ruling directs authorities in Colombo to transfer the remains to Iranian diplomats for repatriation.

The decision has sparked diplomatic tensions as Washington reportedly urged Sri Lanka to delay the return, placing Sri Lanka in the middle of a sensitive geopolitical standoff.

Iran War: Sri Lanka Court Orders Return Of 84 Iranian Sailors’ Bodies Despite US Pressure 

Thousands of mourners flooded the streets of Tehran to attend funeral processions for Iranian military commanders killed in recent strikes during the war with Israel. Crowds gathered despite ongoing attacks, carrying coffins draped in national flags and chanting slogans against the United States and Israel.


Iran War: Tehran Erupts In Mass Funerals For Fallen Commanders As War With Israel Intensifies

Two oil tankers came under attack off the coast of Iraq, leaving one person dead and triggering a large-scale rescue operation at sea. Authorities confirmed that at least 38 crew members were rescued after the assault on the vessels near key shipping routes in the Persian Gulf.

US-Iran War: Attack On Two Oil Tankers Off Iraq Coast 

A Thai cargo vessel, Mayuree Naree, has reportedly been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz while sailing toward India. The incident occurred in one of the world’s most strategically important shipping lanes, where tensions have escalated amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

Authorities are monitoring the situation as the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies and commercial shipping. 

US-Iran War: Ship Bound For India Attacked In Strait Of Hormuz, New Delhi Condemns Strike 

Satellite images on Wednesday (March 11) showed damage caused by airstrikes in various locations in Iran.

The imagery showed several Iranian missile and military complexes, air defence and naval-associated facilities across the country. 

The U.S. military on Wednesday told Iranians to stay clear of ports with Iranian navy facilities, drawing a warning from Iran's military that if the ports were threatened, economic and trade centres in the region would be "legitimate targets".

The United States and Israel pounded Iran on Tuesday (March 10) with what the Pentagon and Iranians on the ground called the most intense airstrikes of the war, despite global markets betting that President Donald Trump will seek to end the conflict soon.

Satellite Images Show Before and After Damage Following Strikes in Iran

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