CNN 5 Things Trump on Iran’s New Leader, Oil Prices Fall, Anthropic Sues and more
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Mar 9, 2026 Coverage of Trump’s reaction to Iran’s new leader and regional developments. A look at wild oil market swings and their effects on gas prices. Stories on Iranian women soccer players being granted asylum abroad. Legal battles over tech and ticketing firms and a major lawsuit over supply-chain labeling. Report on a shooting incident outside a celebrity’s home with an arrest made.
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Trump Reacts To Iran's New Supreme Leader
- President Donald Trump publicly called Iran's new supreme leader a "big mistake" and suggested the situation might influence Israeli targeting decisions.
- Afoma D.K. reported Israel's foreign minister replied "you'll have to wait and see," highlighting regional uncertainty after US‑Israeli strikes killed Ali Khamenei and his son succeeded him.
Oil Surge Then Drop Amid Middle East Conflict
- Oil spiked near $120 per barrel then fell after Trump said "the war is very complete," while U.S. gas prices rose about 50 cents since the war began.
- G7 ministers discussed releasing reserves but made no decision amid Israel strikes on Iranian fuel depots and potential wider Lebanon escalation.
Iranian Women Soccer Players Granted Asylum
- Five Iranian women's soccer players who sought asylum in Australia will receive humanitarian visas after protesting by remaining silent for the national anthem.
- CNN reported families of three players were threatened and at least two players' whereabouts remained unclear after leaving the team hotel.