Iran’s New Supreme Leader Vows Revenge, Keeps Hormuz Strait Closed

• Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to maintain the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the country’s enemies, warning regional nations hosting U.S. bases to shut them down.

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newly installed supreme leader, has issued his first public statement, declaring that Iran will continue to close the Strait of Hormuz as part of its strategy to pressure its adversaries.

The statement, broadcast by Iran’s state television network Press TV, also expressed condolences to families who lost loved ones during the recent conflict and promised that compensation would be provided for damages suffered.

“We have to protect this unity and this is only possible when we are together and we find common ground,” the statement said.

Khamenei also linked the country’s suffering to his personal losses, revealing that members of his family were killed in recent strikes.

“I lost my father, I lost my wife. My sister lost her child as well as her husband,” he said, stressing that faith and patience were necessary to endure the situation.

The Iranian leader succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, who reportedly died following a joint military strike involving the United States and Israel.

In his remarks, Mojtaba vowed that Iran would retaliate for those killed in the conflict, describing them as “martyrs.”

“I assure everyone that we will not ignore the fact that we are going to revenge our martyrs,” he stated.

He further warned that the conflict could escalate if foreign military forces remain in the region.

Khamenei issued a direct ultimatum to neighbouring countries, urging them to shut down all U.S. military bases on their soil.

According to him, any facility used to support actions against Iran would remain a legitimate target for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

“The countries of the region must clarify their stance regarding the aggressors against our dear homeland,” the statement read.

“I recommend that they shut down those bases as soon as possible.”

Khamenei also threatened to seize or destroy the assets of countries responsible for attacks on Iran if reparations were not paid.

Tensions in the region intensified after an Iranian military commander earlier announced that the Strait of Hormuz had been closed, warning that vessels attempting to pass through the waterway could be attacked.

The strategic strait, which lies between Iran and Oman, is one of the world’s most important oil transit routes.

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Following the escalation, major shipping companies suspended sailings through the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal due to growing security risks.

Reports indicate that at least five oil tankers have been damaged, two personnel killed, and around 150 ships stranded near the strait.

The situation has already affected global energy markets, with crude oil prices rising above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022.

Iranian officials have warned that oil prices could surge even further if the confrontation continues.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that severe consequences would follow if Iran prevents the flow of oil through the strategic passage.