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From shadow figure to supreme leader: Mojtaba Khamenei takes Iran’s helm

Iran’s new supreme leader vows to keep Strait of Hormuz closed Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to maintain the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in his first statement since taking office. The message, broadcast on Iranian state television and read by a news

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Faith Omoboye

Faith Omoboye is a foreign affairs correspondent with background in History and International relations. Her work focuses on African politics, diplomacy, and global governance.