Iran's new supreme leader issues first statement, vows to fight

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued his first public statement since taking office. In the statement, he vowed to fight and seek revenge, mentioning the loss of his father and wife, and also threatened to expand the conflict, specifically referencing the Strait of Hormuz and demanding compensation from the US and Israel.

Officials have stated that Khamenei was hurt but is now safe. The statement was released without him appearing publicly, and reports detail the internal leadership transition that led to his appointment.