Iran's New Leader Under Fire: Netanyahu Calls Mojtaba Khamenei 'Puppet of Revolutionary Guards'
By Adesakin Adefemi
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has slammed Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a "puppet of the Revolutionary Guards," the elite force driving Tehran's attacks. Netanyahu made the remarks at a press conference, stating that Khamenei "can not show his face in public" due to his weakened position.
Khamenei, son of slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei, is believed to have been injured in an Israeli strike. Netanyahu hinted at possible further assassination attempts, saying Israel won't "take out life insurance" for its foes.
The Israeli leader emphasized that Israel's strikes aim to deal "lethal blows" to Iran's nuclear and missile programs, preventing Tehran from concealing them in underground facilities. He claimed that Israel had killed a senior Iranian nuclear scientist during the conflict but didn't provide further details.
Netanyahu addressed the Iranian people, saying, "The moment when you can walk out into freedom is drawing ever closer." He stressed that Israel's objective is to weaken Iran's nuclear capabilities and create conditions for political change in the Islamic Republic.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claims Khamenei is alive but "damaged." Iran's new leader has called for revenge for war victims and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in the region.
The conflict, launched by Israel and the US, aims to weaken Iran's nuclear capabilities. Iran's Revolutionary Guards have pledged allegiance to Khamenei, describing him as a qualified cleric capable of guiding the country through complex challenges.
The situation remains volatile, with both sides exchanging threats and strikes. Netanyahu has warned that Israel will continue to hit Lebanon's Hezbollah, and Iran has vowed to retaliate against any attacks on its energy infrastructure.
The international community is closely watching the developments, concerned about the potential impact on global oil prices and regional stability.

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