2026-10-18 14:20 UTC · The Times of Israel
Iran’s new defense chief warns US of ‘enormous damage’ if attacks resume
Lead
Mehrdad Akhlaghi wins parliament’s backing, 8 months after predecessor was killed in opening US-Israeli strikes; UN sanctioned him in 2007 over alleged nuclear, missile activity
Political framing
Neutral POI: Neutral
- Pro‑Left 8%
- Pro‑Right 8%
- Neutral 84%