Event Brief
Iran Elects New Supreme Leader Amid Gulf Strikes
Filed: Mar 08, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
Summary: A senior Iranian official announced the election of a new leader following a meeting of the Assembly of Experts.
WHO: Senior Iranian official
WHAT: Election of a new supreme leader
WHEN: Mar 08, 2026 at 7:06 AM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: To lead the regime amidst ongoing strikes in the Gulf
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