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Heavy strikes echoed across Tehran during one of the country's biggest holidays as Tel Aviv said it had acted alone in striking Iran's South Pars gasfield, a move that further escalated the conflict.

Mojtaba was announced as supreme leader on March 9 after his fellow hardliners rallied behind him to succeed his father. His public response was limited to a written statement on Telegram three days later, intensifying the speculation about how badly he was wounded during Israel's strike on his father's residence.

Kharg Island is a small, rocky island that serves as the departure point for approximately 90 percent of Iran's oil exports, making it strategically significant in the ongoing conflict.

Iran has stated that the Strait of Hormuz is open for ships from countries that are not considered enemies, indicating a selective blockade. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that they are ready to provide safe passage to Japanese vessels, urging them to contact Iran for discussions on transit.

President Trump's energy dominance strategy is built for exactly this moment. He wanted to increase supply here domestically and with our existing allies, and new allies like Venezuela.

Khamenei praised the steadfastness of the Iranian people marking Nowruz, which he said ushered in the year of a resistance economy under national unity and national security.

Turkey's tourism sector has invested heavily in comfort and safety since the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to surpass 65 million visitors and generate approximately $59 billion this year.

Iran's top military spokesman warned that 'parks, recreational areas and tourist destinations' worldwide won't be safe for Tehran's enemies, indicating a potential shift to militant attacks beyond the Middle East.

The Brent Oil Index places the global price of a barrel of oil at $110 (€95), an increase of 57pc compared to before the joint US-Israeli strikes against Iran began.

I support the president, I support this action. But at the same time, we've got to pay for this. So, how is this going to be dealt with? I would actually like to see Iran pay for this, whether it's $20 billion or $200 billion, whatever it is.