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United States — United States Department of Defense & Mojtaba Khamenei

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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei>>>, Iran>>>'s Supreme Leader, is involved in the final approval of the deal. His endorsement of the broad template is crucial for the agreement to proceed.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei>>>, Iran>>>'s Supreme Leader, is involved in the final approval of the deal. His endorsement of the broad template is crucial for the agreement to proceed.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon is involved in the investigation of the school strike and military operations.
Mojtaba Khamenei: As the new Supreme Leader, he has vowed revenge and remains hidden, adding uncertainty to Iran's leadership and negotiations.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon would execute any retaliation orders, but legality of standing orders is questioned.
Mojtaba Khamenei: As Iran's supreme leader, he vowed revenge for his father's death, fueling further conflict.
Jul 11, 2026 · 24 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei>>>, Iran>>>'s Supreme Leader, is understood to have endorsed the broad template of the peace deal, indicating high-level support within Iran>>>.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: DoD confirmed troop deaths and supported the military response.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Khamenei has warned of 'unforgettable lessons' for the US and suspended the interim deal, signaling continued resistance.
Jul 15, 2026 · 445 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense has reported the cost of the war with Iran to be $29 billion, highlighting the financial burden of the conflict.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei>>>, Iran>>>'s supreme leader, has declared that the United States>>> and Israel>>> have suffered a 'decisive blow' and accused them of trying to sow doubt among the public, reinforcing Tehran's defiant stance.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon manages the war effort, facing budget shortfalls and requests for supplemental funding.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran's Supreme Leader called the US signature worthless after the ceasefire collapsed.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense has reported the cost of the war with Iran to be $29 billion, highlighting the financial burden of the conflict.
Mojtaba Khamenei: As Iran>>>'s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei>>> has issued a directive that Iran>>>'s uranium should not be sent abroad, a key sticking point in negotiations.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> is facing legal setbacks over its transgender military ban and has restricted media access to its press office, indicating policy challenges and transparency concerns.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei>>>, Iran>>>'s new supreme leader, is reportedly taking a larger role in discussions, indicating potential shifts in Iran>>>'s leadership and negotiation stance.
Jun 01, 2026 · 62 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon has identified killed service members and disclosed war costs. It has been criticized for withholding injury numbers.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran's Supreme Leader reportedly vowed to teach the US 'unforgettable lessons'.
Apr 20, 2026 · 423 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon was involved in the operation and maintains the executive fleet. The incident may influence defense procurement and security protocols.
Mojtaba Khamenei: As Iran's Supreme Leader, Khamenei pledged vengeance for his father's death, potentially escalating threats against the U.S.
Aug 11, 2026 · 85 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense was mentioned in relation to previous statements about Iran's defenses, providing context for the current debate.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei>>>'s directive against sending Iran>>>'s enriched uranium abroad has created a potential stumbling block in negotiations, as the United States>>> demands its disposal.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon is managing the military campaign and has reported casualties and budget requests.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran's supreme leader Khamenei has warned of 'unforgettable lessons' if US attacks continue and called Trump's signature worthless.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
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United States — United States Department of Defense: Estimated war cost at $37.5 billion; requested additional funding.
Mojtaba Khamenei: Not seen in public since father's death; backed by IRGC.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
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Mar 23, 2026 · 65 articles
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Mar 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 10, 2026 · 51 articles
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