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Trump Expresses Displeasure with New Iranian Leader, Says "Not Close to Sending Troops"

Published March 9, 2026, 17:06
Trump Expresses Displeasure with New Iranian Leader, Says "Not Close to Sending Troops"

Donald Trump expressed his displeasure with the appointment of Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of Iran, succeeding his father. However, he emphasized that the US is not close to sending troops to Iran. Trump stated that he is not satisfied with the new leader, speaking from his golf club in Doral, near Miami. He also mentioned that no decision has been made regarding the deployment of military forces to secure uranium reserves. The statement comes during a period of heightened tension between the US and Iran, against the backdrop of recent attacks and reactions in the region. Trump's position underscores his caution towards Iranian leadership, but also his avoidance of direct military involvement. The Trump administration, while expressing displeasure, has not taken any specific actions that could escalate the situation, choosing for now a stance of waiting and diplomatic pressure.