Iran's new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement
A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.
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A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.
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