Overview of U.S.-Israel Military Strikes Against Iran (Afternoon Edition, September 9)

Xinhua News Agency, Beijing, March 9 - The military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran entered their 10th day on the 9th. Here is a summary of the day's events:

——Iran

The Iranian Assembly of Experts overwhelmingly elected Mojtaba Khamenei as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iranian state television reported that Iran has completed the 30th wave of the "Real Commitment-4" offensive. This is the first round of missile attacks against Israel following Iran's announcement of the election of a new Supreme Leader.

Iranian President Pezeshkian issued a written statement saying that the "decisive and wise" vote by the Assembly of Experts has elected Mojtaba as the third Supreme Leader of Iran, "which will usher in a new era of national dignity and authority for the Iranian people." Under the leadership of the new Supreme Leader, Iran is sure to welcome a "bright future of sustainable independence, technological advancement, and comprehensive development."

Iranian Islamic Consultative Assembly Speaker Ghalibaf stated that the decision to elect Mojtaba as Supreme Leader is "precise and wise." Mojtaba is beloved by the people and will lead Iran towards prosperity, progress, and unity.

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Larijani stated that despite facing external threats, the Assembly of Experts still elected a new Supreme Leader. Iran needs unity more than ever, and "the new Supreme Leader must govern the country with strong power during wartime."

Iranian Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian issued a written statement congratulating Mojtaba on being elected as the third Supreme Leader of Iran. He said that Iran is currently facing a severe situation, and the election of a new Supreme Leader will safeguard Iran's national sovereignty and territorial integrity, strengthening national unity and cohesion.

The General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces issued a statement saying that under the leadership of Supreme Leader Mojtaba, the Iranian Armed Forces will "be stronger and more resolute than ever," firmly resisting enemies for the interests and security of the nation.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a statement saying that the IRGC is always ready to fully obey the orders of the Supreme Leader and make sacrifices.

——United States

U.S. President Trump told Israeli media that he would make a final decision to end military actions against Iran at the "appropriate time." The timing of ending military actions against Iran will be a decision made jointly with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Hegseth claimed that military strikes against Iran "have just begun," and operations against Iran are being carried out as planned. The U.S. and Israel have air superiority and can use more conventional munitions, including heavy bombs, for attacks.

The U.S. Central Command stated on social media that the number of U.S. military personnel killed in military operations against Iran has risen to 8.

——Israel

According to Israeli media reports, IDF Chief of Staff Zamel stated that the Israeli public has been in a "state of emergency" since the outbreak of the new round of the Israel-Palestine conflict in October 2023, and this state "will continue for a long time" as the conflict with Iran persists.

The Israel Defense Forces issued a statement saying that the IDF attacked a command center of the Iranian domestic security forces located in Isfahan, Iran.

——Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Civil Defense Department issued a statement saying that a "military projectile" fell into a residential area in the city of Hail, Saudi Arabia, resulting in two deaths and 12 injuries.

——Bahrain

According to the Bahrain News Agency, Bahrain Petroleum Company issued a statement saying that the recent escalation of the situation in the Middle East and an attack on one of the company's facilities have led to "force majeure" affecting the company's operations.