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Iran's New Supreme Leader Promises Economic Reform Amid Tensions

3/21/2026

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Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, marked the New Year with a statement, not appearing publicly.
He has not been seen since the Israeli airstrike that killed his predecessor.
Khamenei denied Iran's involvement in attacks in Turkey and Oman, calling accusations a "false flag" by Israel.
He acknowledged economic struggles and promised a plan to curb inflation and unemployment, while framing a "resistance economy" to promote unity.

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Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new Supreme Leader, marked the New Year with a statement, not appearing publicly.
He has not been seen since the Israeli airstrike that killed his predecessor.
Khamenei denied Iran's involvement in attacks in Turkey and Oman, calling accusations a "false flag" by Israel.
He acknowledged economic struggles and promised a plan to curb inflation and unemployment, while framing a "resistance economy" to promote unity.