Iran's New Leader Promises Continued Blockade of Strait of Hormuz

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Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly appointed Supreme Leader of Iran, has committed to maintaining the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, labeling vessels associated with the US, Israel, or their allies as 'legitimate targets.' This crucial waterway, which typically facilitates about 25% of the global maritime oil trade, has remained largely inaccessible since Iran's closure in retaliation for US-Israeli attacks that resulted in the death of his predecessor, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The ongoing conflict has already driven US gas prices to their highest level in three years. With Trump currently halting new military actions, the global community is closely observing whether Iran's new leadership will persist in its stance or consider diplomatic negotiations.

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00:00Iran's brand-new supreme leader just sent a message to the world, and it's not a peaceful one.

00:05Mojtab Akhamenei, who took over after his father was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes,

00:11has vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz blocked,

00:13calling any vessel linked to the U.S., Israel, or their allies a legitimate target.

00:19That's a massive deal, because this narrow waterway normally carries about a quarter of the entire world's seaborne oil trade.

00:27Since Iran shut it down, American gas prices have surged to three-year highs,

00:31and global energy markets remain on edge.

00:34Now, with President Trump pausing new strikes and pushing for a deal,

00:39the world is watching closely to see whether Iran's new leadership will hold this hardline stance,

00:44or whether this is the opening for real negotiations.

00:48Either way, the outcome could shape gas prices for every American driver.

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