Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has rejected proposals aimed at reducing tensions with the United States and Israel, according to a senior Iranian official. The leader reportedly insisted that any move toward peace would only come after both countries are “defeated” and held accountable.
During his first foreign policy discussions since taking office, he is said to have adopted a firm and uncompromising position, signaling a continuation of hardline policies. Proposals for de-escalation were reportedly conveyed through intermediary countries, but Tehran dismissed them as premature.
Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in recent strikes. Since then, no new public images of the new leader have emerged.
The conflict between Iran, the U.S., and Israel has now entered its third week, with heavy casualties and rising regional tensions. Iran has also signaled it may continue restricting the Strait of Hormuz, increasing global concerns over energy supplies and economic stability.
