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Mojtaba Khamenei & Pete Hegseth

47 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026

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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei was ruled out by Donald Trump as a potential successor to his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and was described as a 'lightweight'.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, United States Defense Secretary, warned of a dramatic surge in American firepower over Iran and detailed increased military capabilities.
Mar 04, 2026 · 8 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as the new Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran following his father's death, marking a significant leadership transition for Iran.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US War Secretary, is depicted on placards with threats, indicating he is a target of the mourners' animosity.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, is reported by Donald Trump to have approved the emerging peace deal. His alleged approval is a crucial step for the agreement's legitimacy and implementation within Iran.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, commented on the immediate end of the naval blockade on Iran upon signing the accord and the US capacity to ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is a front-runner to replace his father, Ali Khamenei, as Iran's supreme leader, though Donald Trump dismissed him as 'a lightweight'.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, warned of a dramatic surge in bombardment, indicating increased US military involvement and capabilities in the conflict.
Mar 06, 2026 · 14 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, as an adviser to Iran's supreme leader, has been involved in receiving messages from mediators like Pakistan, indicating his role in the diplomatic efforts.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, US Defence Secretary, stated that the US would 'negotiate with bombs' if necessary, reflecting the US's aggressive stance in the conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei is the current supreme leader of Iran, and threats have been made against him.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War, was instructed by Donald Trump to stand ready for an assault on Iran.
May 18, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei succeeded his father, Ali Khamenei, as Supreme Leader of Iran. He is seen as hostile toward the United States and is believed to have been wounded in the strike that killed his father.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
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Mojtaba Khamenei: Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader, stated that Iran did not want war with the United States and Israel but would protect its rights as a nation.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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