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Iran's parliament approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as the new defence minister. The president expressed hope he would 'survive', citing a US 'assassination list'.
Iran's parliament has approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as the new minister of defence. His appointment follows months of interim leadership at the ministry. The president expressed hope that Ketabchi would succeed in his role, referencing an alleged "assassination list" from the United States.
Ketabchi's predecessor was reportedly killed in attacks attributed to the US and Israel. The new minister has issued a warning to the United States, indicating a continuation of Iran's assertive stance in regional security matters.
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Left: Iran's new defense minister, Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi, issued a warning to the United States.
Center: Iran's parliament approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as the new defense minister, ending a period of interim leadership.
Right: Iran's president expressed hope that the defense minister nominee could 'survive,' referencing an 'assassination list' from the US.
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Iran's parliament approved Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi as defence minister on Sunday, ending months of interim leadership at the ministry and placing a former defence sector...
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