US President Donald Trump sharply criticized Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stating he does not believe the cleric “can live in peace” during an ongoing US-Israeli conflict. Trump called the leadership change “unacceptable” and a “big mistake,” echoing prior warnings that Mojtaba “would not last long” without US backing.
Strait of Hormuz Blockade Threat Looms
Trump warned that if Iran halts oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz—a chokepoint for 20% of global supply—the US would respond with strikes “20 times harder,” while noting Tehran “wants to talk badly.” He kept diplomacy viable, saying negotiations are “possible” if terms suit Washington.
Succession Amid Escalating War
Mojtaba ascended after his father’s death in the conflict, drawing US ire as Trump pushes regime influence akin to Venezuela interventions. Despite rhetoric, Trump referenced prior offers for peaceful Iranian nuclear programs with free fuel supplies.
