{"id":7815,"date":"2026-03-08T22:10:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-08T22:10:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsmakers.com.pk\/en\/?p=7815"},"modified":"2026-03-08T22:10:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T22:10:32","slug":"news-in-brief-iran-us-israel-conflict-updates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsmakers.com.pk\/en\/international\/news-in-brief-iran-us-israel-conflict-updates\/7815\/","title":{"rendered":"News in Brief: Iran\u2013US\u2013Israel Conflict Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Monday, 09 March 2026 | Web Desk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mojtaba Khamenei Reportedly Named Iran\u2019s New Supreme Leader<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Iranian state media reports that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Ali Khamenei, has been appointed as Iran\u2019s new Supreme Leader. Iran\u2019s Assembly of Experts has called on the public to maintain unity and pledge loyalty to the country\u2019s new leadership during the ongoing crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Oman Calls US\u2013Israel Actions Against Iran Illegal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oman\u2019s foreign minister has described the military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran as illegal and immoral. Speaking at an emergency meeting of the Arab League, he urged all parties to cease hostilities and return to diplomatic negotiations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Spain Defends Its Opposition to War With Iran<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S\u00e1nchez has reiterated Spain\u2019s opposition to the war against Iran. He rejected claims that Spain is isolated internationally, saying more countries are gradually joining calls against the conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Switzerland Says Strikes on Iran Violate International Law<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Switzerland\u2019s defense minister said US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran violate international law and the global prohibition on the use of force. Swiss officials have called for an immediate ceasefire and protection of civilian populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>IRGC Warns of Retaliation Over Energy Infrastructure Attacks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that Iran could respond forcefully if attacks on its energy infrastructure continue. The group accused the US and Israel of targeting civilian areas and fuel facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Iran May Target US and Israeli Economic Interests<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Iran\u2019s Fars News Agency, Tehran is reconsidering its military strategy following recent attacks on its infrastructure. Sources say Iran may now target economic assets linked to the United States and Israel across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Iran Rejects Foreign Interference in Supreme Leader Selection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said no foreign country will be allowed to interfere in the selection of Iran\u2019s Supreme Leader. 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