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NPR March 12, 2026
military Iran's New Supreme Leader Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed
Iran's newly appointed supreme leader made his first public address, vowing to maintain the closure of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage against the US-Israeli military campaign. The closure continues to disrupt 20% of global oil supply, keeping prices above $100/barrel.
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