What we know on the ninth day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
What we know on the ninth day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran
Iran’s retaliatory strikes against US-friendly Gulf nations persisted on Sunday, even as President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed regret for prior attacks and indicated they might conclude soon.
“We are committed to ending this phase of hostilities,” Pezeshkian stated, though the ongoing assaults have not yet stopped.
Following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, state-run television channels confirmed Monday that Mojtaba Khamenei has been named Iran’s new supreme leader. This change comes after the loss of his father, a pivotal moment in the escalating conflict.
Israel’s military campaign against Iran has intensified, targeting critical energy infrastructure such as fuel depots and energy facilities. The strategic focus aims to cripple Iran’s resources, signaling a shift in the war’s direction. Meanwhile, the Gulf nations remain under pressure from persistent Iranian strikes.
