Where things stand after another weekend of war in the Middle East
As Mojtaba Khamenei takes the helm in Tehran, regional casualties climb and oil prices surge in a conflict that enters its 10th day on Monday
Oil prices shot above US$100 a barrel. Both sides in the war struck new targets over the weekend, including civilian ones.
Bahrain accused Iran of hitting one of the desalination plants that are crucial for drinking water in Gulf countries. Israel struck oil depots in Tehran, sending up thick smoke and causing environmental alerts.
The US announced another soldier’s death. Saudi Arabia announced the first deaths there. Anger grew in Arab countries over Iran’s launching of hundreds of missiles and drones around the region. The Israeli military’s chief of staff warned that the war “will take a long time”.
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Cheers and protests greet choice of new Iranian supreme leader
Iran
Iran’s announcement of a new supreme leader came after the country’s remaining leadership appeared to show a rift. President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised for attacks on neighbouring countries, but hardliners criticised that and said the war strategy would continue.