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Here are the main things happening in 🇮🇷 Iran today (9 March 2026):
⚔️ 1. Iran–Israel War Escalating
Iran and Israel are exchanging missile and drone attacks across the Middle East.
Iran has fired missiles toward Israel, while Israel has carried out airstrikes on Iranian fuel and oil facilities in Tehran. �
abc.net.au +1
The conflict has expanded to nearby regions, with drones and missiles intercepted in Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar. �
ndtv.com +1
🛢️ 2. Global Oil Prices Jump
Because of the war, oil prices have surged above $100 per barrel.
The fighting is affecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which carries about 20% of the world’s oil supply. �
apnews.com
This is causing global market fears and rising fuel prices worldwide. �
AP News
👤 3. New Supreme Leader in Iran
After the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on 28 Feb 2026, Iran selected a new leader. �
en.wikipedia.org
His son Mojtaba Khamenei has now been confirmed as Iran’s new Supreme Leader, and the Revolutionary Guard pledged loyalty to him. �
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🌍 4. Regional Tensions Rising
Iran has launched attacks or been accused of attacks against Gulf states and U.S. allies.
Saudi Arabia warned Iran that continuing attacks could make it the “biggest loser” in the conflict. �
www.ndtv.com
✅ In short:
Iran is currently in a major regional war with Israel and tensions with the U.S. and Gulf countries.
A new Supreme Leader has just taken power.
The conflict is affecting global oil prices and Middle East security.
If you want, I can also explain:
⚔️ Who is winning the Iran–Israel war right now
🌍 Which countries support Iran and which support Israel
🗺️ **A simple map of the war situation today.**